Persons who have worked in Australia for a minimum period of 3 in the past 4 years as the holder of a Temporary Work (Subclass 482) visa may be eligible to apply for a Permanent Regional Employer Sponsored visa.

To satisfy the requirements for this visa, applicants must be:

• 1. Sponsored by an employer whose business is based in a regional area;
• 2. Less than 45 years of age (unless exemptions apply);
• 3. Able to score a minimum of 6.0 on each band of an IELTS examination or be the holder of a passport from the U.K., U.S.A., Canada, Ireland or New Zealand. Please note that where registration or licensing is required a higher IELTS examination score may be needed;
• 4. Nominating a position which matches, or closely aligns, with the nominee’s subclass 482 occupation;
• 5. Registered or licensed with the relevant authority (if required for the occupation); and
• 6. Provided with a letter of offer (or contract) from an eligible Australian employer.

For further information regarding permanent Regional Employer Sponsorship as the holder of a Temporary Work (Subclass 482) visa please contact the Australian Migration Advisory.

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