Summary:
- If you’re a healthcare worker who’s lodged an EOI with the Department of Home Affairs and haven’t received a response, you don’t have to keep waiting.
- The Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa could be your ticket to starting work in Australia sooner.
- After just two years on the subclass 482, you may be eligible for Permanent Residency.
Australia’s healthcare system is under significant pressure, especially in aged care, nursing, allied health, and community health services. The ageing population and growing healthcare needs mean skilled professionals are in high demand, not just in major cities, but especially in regional areas in Australia.
If you are a nurse, aged care worker, allied health professional, or community support worker, your skills are urgently needed. Many EOIs are currently waiting in the queue for invitation, but there are faster ways to start your career in Australia.
Have you considered the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa pathway?
While you wait for your EOI to be processed, the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa can offer a quicker entry into the Australian workforce.
Benefits of the subclass 482 visa for healthcare workers:
- Start working sooner with an approved Australian employer.
- Live and work in Australia for 2–4 years depending on your occupation.
- Eligibility for Permanent Residency after 2 years.
- Many regional healthcare employers are actively sponsoring overseas candidates.
This pathway is particularly useful if your EOI has been lodged for months without movement, giving you a practical and secure route to Permanent Residency.
Labour Agreements and DAMAs for Healthcare workers
Labour agreements and Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMAs) for aged care providers provide options for healthcare workers in certain occupations (such as Personal Care Assistants, and Aged/Disabled Carers) and may allow:
- Lower English language requirements
- Reduced work experience requirements
- Age concessions
- pathways to permanent residency that may not normally be available
What you need to be eligible
Most healthcare visa pathways require:
- A recognised qualification in your profession (e.g. nursing degree, allied health diploma, aged care certificate).
- A positive skills assessment or AHPRA registration for certain roles.
- Evidence of English language proficiency (IELTS, OET, or equivalent).
- Have at least 1-year relevant work experience in your nominated occupation or a related field.
How Regional Migration Australia can help
We’ve assisted many healthcare professionals in moving to Australia faster by exploring employer-sponsored options while their EOI is still pending. Our team can:
- Assess your eligibility for the 482 visa.
- Connect you with employers in Australia and Regional Australia who are actively hiring.
- Guide you through the process towards Permanent Residency.
Book your consultation today start working in Australia sooner and take the first step towards your PR dream.
