Tree Worker — 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 Tree Worker 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.
Tree Worker × Subclass 482 — pathway overview
Tree Worker (ANZSCO 362512) is eligible for the Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage visa. Listed on the Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), it qualifies for the Short-term stream of the Subclass 482 visa, allowing stays of up to two years (extendable to four years in some regional areas). Tree Workers perform maintenance and removal tasks on trees including felling, pruning, chipping, and stump grinding, working at height and operating specialised equipment to ensure safety and clearance compliance. The visa is not points-tested. An approved sponsor must nominate the position and conduct labour market testing confirming no suitably qualified Australian candidate is available before engaging an overseas worker. Skills assessment by VETASSESS is required, covering qualifications and work experience. Applicants must also meet English proficiency requirements and satisfy health and character standards. Processing typically takes one to four months once all documentation is submitted. The Subclass 482 primary applicant fee is approximately AUD 3,115. Sponsors must pay the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy; the amount depends on the sponsor's annual turnover and the length of the visa granted. 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