• The Temporary Skill Shortage Visa Subclass 48 enables the workers to work and live in Australia for the duration of their visa.
• Candidates can also include their family members in their visa application. They can also travel in an out from Australia during the time for which visa has been granted.

• The proposed sponsor (an approved sponsor) must file a nomination application for the applicant.
• Demonstrate proficiency in the English Language. The workers must be able to read, write and understand sufficient English.
• Show evidence of relevant skills for the nominated position. Documents may include a resume, qualification certificates, employment references and license proof.
• Meet the minimum standards of health and demonstrate evidence of appropriate health insurance.
• Satisfy the general code of conduct to represent a good character.

The cost to acquire the temporary work visa in Australia for short-term stream is AUD 1,150. The cost for medium-term and labour agreement is AUD 2400. The applicant may bear other costs such as police certificate and health examination.

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There is no age limit for the temporary visa.

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The applicants can stay for 1 to 4 years in Australia based on visa stream and nominated occupation. The duration is mentioned in the visa grant notification.

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Short-term Stream: 11 to 18 days

Medium-Term Streams: 11 to 17 day

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The process involves three steps:

• Sponsorship application by the proposed sponsor
• The employer files a nomination application for skilled occupation for the worker
• Filing a visa application by the candidate

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Obviously, you can include family members such as children, partners/spouses when lodging TSS visa application. Your family members can work unlimited and avail study opportunities. Adequate evidence of relationship is mandatory.

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Applicants can apply for temporary skilled shortage visa both from inside and outside Australia.

Exception: Applicants cannot apply for short-term TSS if

• They stayed in Australia at the time when the latest TSS visa application was filed.
• They have had TSS short-term stream visa more than once.

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Documents about identity, English Language competency, occupation, skills, health, a testimony of family members and character certificates are required.

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Make an online request to apply for this visa. Get the TRN (Transaction Reference Number) from your sponsoring employer. Enter relevant details and pay the application fee.