Ophthalmologist — Subclass 482 Pathway
Skills in Demand visa · 1-4 years (Specialist Skills, Core Skills, or Essential Skills stream)
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 482 — Skills in Demand visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $1,455 short-term / from $3,035 medium-term (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~1-4 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Ophthalmologist for migration purposes is handled by: MedBA.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Ophthalmologist × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Ophthalmologist (ANZSCO 253914) is an eligible occupation for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, a temporary employer-sponsored visa allowing Australian businesses to address workforce shortages by sponsoring skilled overseas workers. Employers experiencing difficulty recruiting eye specialists across hospitals and specialist ophthalmology clinics, particularly in regional and outer-metropolitan areas can use this pathway to fill genuine vacancies. The 482 visa is not points-tested. Applicants must hold a genuine job offer from an approved Australian sponsor. The sponsoring employer must hold approved business sponsor status, ensure pay and conditions meet Australian standards, and comply with sponsorship obligations. Medium and Long-term stream holders may remain in Australia for up to four years. A skills assessment from Medical Board of Australia (MedBA) assessed against Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmologists (RANZCO) standards is required prior to lodgement, confirming that overseas qualifications and clinical training meet Australian equivalence requirements. English language proficiency and health and character checks are mandatory. Government charges and assessment fees apply. The 482 may offer a pathway to permanent residence via the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme after meeting the required work experience period. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 482. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Nominated by an approved Australian sponsor
- Position pays at least the relevant Core Skills Income Threshold
- At least one year of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Positive skills assessment if required for the occupation/passport combination
- Vocational English (IELTS 5.0 in each component or equivalent)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Ophthalmologist
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Ophthalmologist
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.