Surveying or Spatial Science Technician — 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 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician 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.
Surveying or Spatial Science Technician × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Surveying or Spatial Science Technician (ANZSCO 312116) qualifies for the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa, enabling Australian surveying companies, spatial data agencies, and engineering firms to sponsor qualified spatial science technicians on a temporary basis. An approved employer sponsor must provide a genuine position. A skills assessment from SSSI or Engineers Australia is required to confirm surveying or GIS qualifications and relevant technical experience. English language proficiency must be demonstrated through an accepted test. The Subclass 482 is typically granted for two to four years. Eligible holders who complete three years of qualifying employment may transition to permanent residency via the Subclass 186. Health and character requirements apply. Employers must pay wages at market rates for equivalent Australian roles in the surveying or spatial science sector. 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 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 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 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.