Medical Technicians nec — 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 Medical Technicians nec for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Skills assessment is only required for some occupation/passport combinations — the assessing body is the same one listed for the ANZSCO code.
Medical Technicians nec × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Medical Technicians not elsewhere classified (ANZSCO 311299) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, providing a temporary employer-sponsored pathway for specialised medical technology professionals whose roles fall outside more specific ANZSCO classifications. An approved Australian employer must offer a genuine position and hold Standard Business Sponsorship to proceed. A skills assessment from the relevant authority for the specific medical technology discipline is required to confirm technical qualifications and clinical experience. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is a temporary visa, typically granted for two to four years. After three years of qualifying employment, eligible applicants may transition to permanent residency through the Subclass 186 pathway. Health and character requirements are mandatory. Employers must meet salary obligations consistent with market rates for the role. 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 Medical Technicians nec
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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 Medical Technicians nec
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.