Science 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 Science 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.
Science Technicians nec × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Science Technicians not elsewhere classified (ANZSCO 311499) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling Australian research institutions, pharmaceutical companies, and industrial laboratories to sponsor overseas science technicians on a temporary basis. Applicants must have a genuine offer from an approved employer sponsor and obtain a skills assessment from the appropriate assessing body for their specific scientific discipline. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is typically valid for two to four years and does not directly confer permanent residency. Eligible holders who complete three years of qualifying employment may apply for the permanent Subclass 186. Health and character conditions apply, and employers must maintain salary at market rates for equivalent Australian workers. 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 Science 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 Science Technicians nec
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.