The old "482 Visa" era is ending. Welcome to the "Skills in Demand" era.
Western Sydney is the engine room of the NSW economy. From the bustling restaurants of "Little India" in Harris Park to the tech hubs in Westmead and Parramatta CBD, local businesses are crying out for skilled staff.
But for workers and employers alike, the rules have changed. The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa is evolving into the Skills in Demand visa, and it brings massive opportunities for migrants in 2025.
At Right & Associates Parramatta, we are the leading experts in navigating these new employer-sponsored pathways. Located conveniently on Charles Street, we help local businesses and skilled migrants connect.
What is the "Skills in Demand" Visa?
If you are a Chef, Motor Mechanic, Nurse, or Software Engineer, this is your primary route to staying in Australia if you can't get a 190 nomination.
The new system is split into three clear tiers. Our Parramatta team specializes in the two most relevant to our clients:
- Core Skills Pathway: This covers most occupations (like Chefs, Nurses, and Accountants). If your job is on the list and you earn above the threshold (TSMIT), you can be sponsored for 4 years.
- Specialist Skills Pathway: For high earners in Western Sydney's corporate sector. If you earn a high salary, your processing is fast-tracked—sometimes approved in just 7 days.
The Game Changer: A Guaranteed Path to PR
For years, many 482 visa holders in the "Short Term" stream were stuck with no way to get Permanent Residency. That stops now.
Under the new 2025 regulations:
- All streams generally have a pathway to PR.
- The time required to work for your employer before applying for the 186 Transition Stream has been reduced.
- You have more time (up to 180 days) to find a new sponsor if you lose your job, taking the power back into your hands.
Why Parramatta Locals Choose Right & Associates
Employer sponsorship is a two-way street. You need an agent who can talk to your boss as well as they talk to you.
- We Speak "Employer": We help Western Sydney businesses understand the Sponsorship Standard Business Sponsor (SBS) obligations so they feel safe hiring you.
- We Know the Local Market: We have extensive experience with the hospitality sector in Parramatta and Harris Park, and the medical sector in Westmead.
- Nepali Community Trust: As the top Nepali migration agents in Parramatta, we bridge the cultural gap, ensuring your skills are recognized and your visa is lodged correctly.
Don't Let a Refusal Ruin Your Career
Employer-sponsored visas have high refusal rates due to "Genuine Position" challenges. The Department often questions if a restaurant really needs another Curry Cook or if an IT firm really needs a Project Manager.
We draft rock-solid submissions that prove your role is genuine, protecting your future in Australia.
Ready to secure your sponsorship?
Visit us in Parramatta: 📍 Address: Suite 201, Level 2, 34 Charles Street, Parramatta, NSW 2150 📞 Phone: +61 2 9638 1128 📧 Email: parramatta@rassociates.com.au