Skills in Demand visa – subclass 482 (and skilled 186/189/190 PR)
Skills in Demand visa – subclass 482 (and skilled 186/189/190 PR) is a residence route in Australia (Employment). Approved sponsor (can be own Australian company with genuine position), salary ≥ income threshold (~AUD 76.5k core), skills assessment/English. PR via 186 after 2 yrs; points-tested 189/190 alternatives. Visa fee ~AUD 3,210 per adult + AUD 805 per child.
Requirements at a glance
You need an annual income of about CHF 40'600. Spouse and children can usually be included. Permanent residence: after 2 years. Citizenship can be possible after about 4 years.
How holders are taxed
Temporary visa holders: foreign income exempt; PR/citizens taxed worldwide up to 45% + 2% Medicare, CFC rules
Next steps
Check the official page for the current rules and fees, compare this route with the other programmes on the interactive map, and talk to a licensed immigration lawyer or authorised agent before applying.
| Category | Employment |
|---|---|
| Investment | — |
| Fees (family) | CHF 3'800 |
| Income / yr | CHF 40'600 |
| Assets | — |
| Min. stay | — |
| PR | 2 |
| Citizenship | 4 |
| Work | yes |
| Eligible | all |
| Tax | Temporary visa holders: foreign income exempt; PR/citizens taxed worldwide up to 45% + 2% Medicare, CFC rules |
| As of | 2026-10 |
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