Work Visa (482) Application

• The visa that most hospitals will sponsor is the ‘Temporary Skill Shortage Visa-Short Term Stream’ 482 subclass or simply the ‘482 visa’
• You can stay on this visa for upto 2 years and it can be further extended for a period of another 2 years only
• The application is entirely online and can be started after your hospital gives you a nomination letter.
• Depending on your nationality, you may or may not be required to provide biometrics (Eg. Indian nationals are exempt from biometrics and the application is entirely online)

Documents required for this visa:

• A digital photograph: A selfie from your phone is sufficient
• Digital copy of your passport
• Nomination letter from hospital
• Police clearance certificate from your home country and any other country that you have lived in for more than a year since you turned 18 years old.
• Evidence of English Language ability (note that the language requirements for 482 visa is different/lower level than that required for AHPRA registration)
• In-principle AHPRA registration letter
• A copy of your primary medical qualification
• Your Curriculum Vitae
• A letter from you stating that you are a Genuine Temporary Entrant and that you will not breach your visa conditions.

Once you gather these, all you need to do is to:

• Submit the online application form and pay the fee.
• A case officer (CO) will be allotted for your application who will then assess your case and ask for any clarification or details if required. The CO will also generate a HAP ID, which you will need to get your medical check-up done.
• You will receive a copy of your finalized visa application in your inbox.

Learn more about the 482 visa via the Australian Government, Department of Home Affairs Website.