Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer — 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 Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer 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.
Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer (ANZSCO 311314) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling Australian food producers, processors, and agribusinesses to sponsor overseas quality assurance officers on a temporary basis. An approved employer sponsor must provide a genuine position and comply with Standard Business Sponsorship obligations. A skills assessment confirming quality assurance qualifications, inspection experience, and primary products sector knowledge is required. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is temporary, usually valid for two to four years. Eligible holders who complete three years in a nominated role may transition to permanent residency through the Subclass 186. Health and character checks are mandatory. Employers must meet wage obligations consistent with Australian workers in equivalent positions. 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