06/10/2026
Another successful Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) visa outcome for an STC Lawyers client. 🎉
This case involved a Sheetmetal Trades Worker sponsored by an established Australian company. The application presented several interesting aspects that required careful preparation and consideration of the applicant’s individual circumstances.
🎓 Qualification Challenge
The applicant’s formal qualification was below the level usually associated with the nominated occupation. The application was therefore carefully prepared to present the applicant’s relevant work experience, practical skills and overall employment background.
✈️ ETA Entry → Onshore 482 Application
The applicant entered Australia on an ETA and subsequently lodged the Subclass 482 visa application onshore after their circumstances and eligibility were assessed.
⏱️ Nomination + Visa Approved in Around 2 Months
Both the employer nomination and the Subclass 482 visa were successfully approved within approximately two months.
📌 Nominated Occupation: Sheetmetal Trades Worker
📌 Stream: Core Skills
📌 Visa Granted: 2 September 2026
Every employer-sponsored visa application is different. Formal qualifications are only one part of the overall assessment, and the applicant’s skills, relevant employment experience, nominated position, sponsoring business and individual circumstances all need to be considered carefully.
If you are an Australian employer considering sponsoring a skilled worker, or a skilled professional exploring your employer-sponsored visa options, please feel free to contact our team for an assessment.
STC Lawyers & Associates
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Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Processing times and assessment results vary depending on individual circumstances.
