Building Associate — 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 Building Associate 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.
Building Associate × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Building Associate (ANZSCO 312112) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling Australian construction companies and project management firms to sponsor qualified building associates on a temporary basis when suitable local candidates are unavailable. An approved employer sponsor must provide a genuine employment offer. A skills assessment through VETASSESS or an appropriate construction skills assessing body is required to confirm building construction qualifications and relevant field experience. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is typically granted for two to four years and is not a permanent visa. Eligible holders who complete three years of qualifying employment may apply for permanent residency through the Subclass 186. Health and character requirements apply. Employers must pay market-competitive wages consistent with Australian industry rates. 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 Building Associate
State nominations for Building Associate
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.