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A five-year 482 visa on a Hong Kong passport, and the family moves to Australia

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Mr Ho’s Australia Employer Sponsored experience. He wanted to work in Australia and settle his family.

Background

Mr Ho, from Hong Kong, applied with his wife and one child. He wanted to work in Australia and settle his family.

Main concern

He worried the visa would be too short to settle properly.

Our approach

We explained Hong Kong passport holders can receive up to five years on a 482, and helped with sponsorship and nomination.

Process and outcome

He received the 482 visa in about 4 months, and the family moved to Australia.

Adviser’s comment

A longer visa gives families time to settle and plan for permanent residence.

Australia Employer Sponsored application process

  1. Assessment and employer match (Varies): We assess your occupation, pay and experience and confirm the employer and role.
  2. Sponsorship and nomination (Several months): The employer applies to become an approved sponsor and nominates the role.
  3. 482 visa application (Usually a few months): Lodge the 482 visa application and move to Australia with your family to work and live.
  4. 186 permanent residence (After two years of work): After two years with the sponsoring employer, apply for permanent residence through the 186 transition stream.

Is this right for you?

Every family’s background and timeline is different. To find out whether a similar plan could work for you, book a free consultation with Global Immigrate.

Based on a real client’s experience; names and some details have been changed for privacy.

Learn more: Australia Employer Sponsored Immigration (482 / 186)

FAQ

Can the 482 visa lead directly to permanent residence?

Yes. After two years with the sponsoring employer, the employer can nominate you for permanent residence through the transition stream of the 186 Employer Nomination Scheme.

Does changing employer affect my application?

A new employer must nominate you again. Under the current rules, time with different sponsoring employers can generally be combined towards the two years needed for 186.

Are there special arrangements for Hong Kong people?

Hong Kong SAR passport holders can be granted 482 visas of up to five years.

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