Hey Muhammad and welcome to our community 🙂
As Carpenter (ANZSCO 331212) is on Australia’s Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). This means you have a number of visa options, including employer sponsorship and skilled migration pathways.
1. Employer-Sponsored Visa Pathway (Subclass 482 & 186)
As a skilled carpenter, you may be eligible for:
Subclass 482 – Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa
Requires an Australian employer to sponsor you.
Valid for up to 4 years, with a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 186 visa.
Subclass 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme (PR Visa)
Direct permanent residency if you have at least three years of post-qualification experience.
Must have an employer willing to sponsor you.
Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa
If you are open to working in regional Australia, this visa provides a direct PR pathway after three years.
Where to Find Sponsored Jobs:
https://482jobs.com/ – one of our other sites. A job board focused on visa sponsorship roles
https://www.seek.com.au/
https://www.indeed.com.au/
LinkedIn – Connect with construction companies and recruiters
2. Skilled Migration Pathway (Subclass 189, 190, 491)
Since Carpenter is on the MLTSSL, you may also be eligible for independent or state-nominated visas:
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa (PR) – No employer or state nomination required, but competitive points are needed.
Subclass 190 – State Nominated Visa (PR) – Requires nomination by a state or territory.
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa – Provisional visa with PR pathway after three years.
Steps to Apply:
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect.
Check state nomination programs (some states have demand for carpenters).
Complete a Skills Assessment through TRA – Mandatory for skilled migration visas.
3. Skills Assessment Requirement (TRA – Trades Recognition Australia)
Before applying for a skilled visa, you must complete a skills assessment through TRA (Trades Recognition Australia). This process verifies that your work experience and qualifications meet Australian standards.
More details: https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au/
4. Why Regional Australia Could Be a Good Option
Many regional areas in Australia have a high demand for skilled carpenters.
Employers in regional towns are more likely to offer sponsorship under the 494 visa.
Next Steps for You
Start applying for employer-sponsored jobs in construction and carpentry firms.
Check if you qualify for skilled migration and submit an EOI.
Begin the skills assessment process through TRA.
Consider regional areas for better sponsorship opportunities.
I appreciate I have shared a lot of information here so if you need further help understanding the visa process, feel free to ask. Wishing you the best in your Australian journey! 🙏🏻
Cheers,
Mark