Skilled Independent (subclass 189) vs Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482)

If you're choosing between these two, the question usually comes down to whether you have an employer lined up. SC 189 is points-based and independent, requiring no job offer or sponsorship. SC 482 needs an employer to sponsor you, but gets you working faster. Both lead to permanent residency, but they demand different circumstances.

1. 01

   Job offer status

   Pick SC 189

   Pick SC 189 if you don't have an employer sponsor or prefer independence.

   Pick TSS 482

   Pick SC 482 if you already have a job offer from an Australian employer.

2. 02

   Speed to work

   Pick SC 189

   Pick SC 189 if you can wait 6-18 months before starting work in Australia.

   Pick TSS 482

   Pick SC 482 if you need to begin working within 2-5 months.

3. 03

   Path to PR speed

   Pick SC 189

   Pick SC 189 if you want permanent residency immediately upon approval.

   Pick TSS 482

   Pick SC 482 if you're willing to work 3 years before applying for permanent residency.

4. 04

   Age flexibility

   Pick SC 189

   Pick SC 189 only if you're under 45 (maximum age is 44).

   Pick TSS 482

   Pick SC 482 if you're over 44, as there's no age limit.

5. 05

   Application cost

   Pick SC 189

   Pick SC 189 if you prefer paying USD 3,035 upfront.

   Pick TSS 482

   Pick SC 482 if you want to save USD 265 with a lower USD 2,770 fee.