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Hi Maria,
It’s great to hear you’ve already secured your Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) registration and an Australian Nursing & Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) skills assessment! These are essential steps toward working as a registered nurse in Australia.
Finding a Sponsored Nursing Job (482 Visa)
The Subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa allows employers to sponsor skilled workers for jobs where they cannot find suitable Australians. Registered Nurse (ANZSCO 254499) is on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), meaning it qualifies for the longer-term stream, which may lead to permanent residency.
Steps to Find a Sponsored Nursing Job
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Search for Employers Offering Sponsorship
- 482jobs.com – This is our site, and all jobs listed here are confirmed to offer visa sponsorship.
- Seek and Indeed – Use search terms like “482 visa sponsorship nurse” or “visa sponsorship registered nurse.”
- Check directly on hospital and aged care facility websites, as they often list sponsored roles.
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Apply to Hospitals, Aged Care Facilities & Health Networks
- Public and private hospitals (e.g., NSW Health, Queensland Health, Ramsay Health).
- Aged care providers (e.g., Bupa Aged Care, Regis, Estia Health).
- Rural and regional health services (often more open to sponsorship).
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Contact Recruitment Agencies Specialising in Nursing Sponsorship
- Some agencies actively help international nurses secure jobs with sponsorship. Examples include HealthStaff Recruitment and Healthcare Australia (HCA).
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Prepare a Strong Application
- Highlight your AHPRA registration and ANMAC skills assessment in your resume.
- Emphasise any specialised nursing skills (e.g., ICU, aged care, emergency).
- Be ready for interviews with questions about Australian healthcare standards.
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Employer Sponsorship & 482 Visa Application
- Once you secure a job offer, your employer will nominate you for the 482 visa.
- You will then lodge your visa application with the Department of Home Affairs.
Best of luck, and I hope this helps! Feel free to let me know if you need further guidance. ‘😊
Regards,
Mark482jobs.com
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Thank you very much for your response.
The main hurdle which i am facing is about job.its about 3 to 4 months i am searching for job but still i didn’t get. Its very depressing to get refusal. Currently my main issue is regarding job . Can you please help me in this regard.
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I also wanted to ask you about visa application. As i already got my Anmac assessment so can i apply for visa by myself or i must need agent for that. If agent is necessary so could you please provide any contacts for me.
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Hi Maria,
I completely understand how frustrating the job search process can be, especially when facing multiple rejections. The demand for registered nurses in Australia is high, but securing employer sponsorship can sometimes take time.
Suggestions to Improve Your Job Search:
- Expand Your Search: Target regional and rural healthcare providers, who are often more open to sponsoring international nurses. Many regional hospitals and aged care facilities struggle to fill positions and are willing to offer visa sponsorship.
- Network and Apply Directly: Instead of only applying through job portals, reach out directly to HR departments of hospitals and aged care providers. Connecting with nursing recruitment agencies specialising in sponsorship (e.g., HealthStaff Recruitment, Healthcare Australia) may also improve your chances.
- Customise Your Applications: Ensure your resume and cover letter clearly highlight your AHPRA registration, ANMAC assessment, and any special nursing skills (e.g., aged care, ICU, mental health, etc.). Emphasising your ability to meet Australian healthcare standards can make a difference.
- Follow Up on Applications: If you’ve applied to jobs but haven’t heard back, don’t hesitate to follow up via email or phone. Sometimes, a simple follow-up can move your application forward.
Keep applying, and don’t lose hope—it often takes time, but persistence pays off!
Regarding Your Visa Application:
Since you already have your ANMAC skills assessment, you cannot apply for the 482 visa on your own as you need an employer to sponsor you first. Once you secure a job offer from an employer willing to sponsor you, they will nominate you for the 482 visa, and then you can proceed with your application.
If you’re asking about whether you need a migration agent to lodge your visa application, the answer is no, it’s not mandatory, but it can be helpful if you want professional 1:1 assistance.
Many applicants lodge their applications themselves through the Department of Home Affairs website. However, if you prefer expert guidance, I can recommend registered migration agents; please let me know if you’d like specific contacts, though keep in mind they will charge you for an initial assessment (typically in the region of $100 AUD).
Hang in there and keep pushing forward. I’m happy to assist if you need any further guidance!
Regards,
Markhealthstaffrecruitment.com.au
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Goood morning
Thanx for your response its really helpful for me. I will continue to apply for jobs. Or if i will need any thing more i will let you know thanks 😊.
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No worries at all Maria – please reach out when ready – we’ll be here 😊
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Goood day
Hope you’re doing well. Thanx for all the guidance you shared . As i already got my Anmac so i want to start my immigration process by my self. I want your expert opinion in this regard. Please guide me the process of visa application, and official website where we can apply. Please also recommend me the regional places that will be beneficial regarding my profession so i can get job as early as possible and the regional places those are accept my PR soon. Thanks
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Hi again Maria,
Great to hear you’re moving forward with your visa application process! Since you already have your ANMAC skills assessment, you’ll need an employer to sponsor you before applying for the Subclass 482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) Visa. Here’s how you can proceed:
1. Visa Application Process
- Once you secure a job offer, your employer will nominate you for the 482 visa.
- After nomination, you can lodge your visa application through the Department of Home Affairs: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au
- You’ll need documents like your AHPRA registration, ANMAC skills assessment, job contract, and health & police clearances.
2. Best Regional Areas for Nursing Jobs & PR Pathways
Regional areas often have more job opportunities with sponsorship and better pathways to permanent residency. Based on my research, consider:- Victoria – Ballarat, Bendigo, Shepparton (public hospitals and aged care facilities)
- Queensland – Toowoomba, Cairns, Townsville (strong demand in aged care and hospitals)
- South Australia – Mount Gambier, Whyalla (hospitals and aged care providers often sponsor nurses)
- Western Australia – Kalgoorlie, Bunbury (regional hospitals actively hiring nurses)
- New South Wales – Wagga Wagga, Dubbo (regional health networks with sponsorship options)
Since you’re considering PR, check if the employer-sponsored Subclass 186 visa is an option after working on a 482 visa.
Many regional areas also offer the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa, which has pathways to PR.
If you need step-by-step help, you can manage your application yourself through the Home Affairs website, or you may choose to consult a migration agent for additional support. I can recommend an agent if you would like to engage with them, though they will charge an initial assessment fee (Approx $100 AUD).
Let me know if you need further details.
Regards,
Markimmi.homeaffairs.gov.au
Immigration and citizenship Website
Find out about Australian visas, immigration and citizenship.
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Thanx for such a useful information. Please guide me which visa subclass will be better for me. And the one which take short time.. i don’t have such info regarding visas available in Australia. So please tell me what subclass will be better for me. As now a days so many hospitals and facility are not providing sponsorship. Every body asking for right to work in Australia .so thats why i am turning to PR side. 😊
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Hi Maria,
Since employer sponsorship is proving difficult, shifting focus to permanent residency (PR) pathways makes sense. Here are your main visa options:
1. Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent Visa)
No sponsorship required.
Points-tested, meaning you need to meet the required score based on age, experience, English skills, etc.
Requires an invitation from the government.
Can take longer due to high competition.
2. Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)
Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory.
Faster than 189 in some cases, but you must commit to living in the nominating state for at least two years.
Different states have different requirements—some prefer nurses with specific skills.
3. Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)
Requires either state nomination or sponsorship by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area.
Provides a pathway to PR via the Subclass 191 visa after 3 years.
More opportunities since regional areas often have lower competition.
To apply, you first need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect on the Department of Home Affairs website:
Fastest PR Option?
If you can secure a Subclass 190 nomination, it could be the quickest PR route.
Otherwise, Subclass 491 is often easier to obtain but requires a few years in a regional area before PR.
If you need help improving your points score, I can guide you on areas like English tests (e.g., PTE/IELTS) or state nomination strategies. Let me know!
Regards,
Mark
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