407 vs 482: which Australian visa is right for you?
The Training visa (407) is for workplace-based occupational training; the Skills in Demand (482) is for ongoing skilled employment with a sponsoring employer.
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Training visa (407) | Skills in Demand visa (SID) (482) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Temporary (up to 2 yrs) | Temporary (up to 4 yrs) |
| Who it's for | People doing workplace-based occupational training to improve skills for their job, study or field. | Skilled workers with an Australian employer sponsor for an occupation in demand. Replaced the TSS visa. |
| Government cost | ~$415 | ~$3,210 (Core stream; Specialist higher) |
| Processing time | ~1-3 months | ~1-3 months (priority 5-10 days) |
| Length of stay | Up to 2 years | Up to 4 years |
| Where to apply | Onshore or offshore | Onshore or offshore |
| Work rights | Only the approved training activities | Full-time for your sponsoring employer in the nominated occupation |
| Pathway to PR | No (temporary) - a structured-training visa, not a direct PR pathway. | Pathway to PR via subclass 186 (ENS) after 2 years with an eligible sponsor. |
Which is right for you?
Training visa (407)
People doing workplace-based occupational training to improve skills for their job, study or field.
Full 407 guide →Skills in Demand visa (SID) (482)
Skilled workers with an Australian employer sponsor for an occupation in demand. Replaced the TSS visa.
Full 482 guide →Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, 407 or 482?
On indicative 2025-26 government costs, Training visa (407) is the lowest at ~$415. Government fees change periodically - confirm before applying.
Which is processed faster, 407 or 482?
Indicatively Training visa (407) is the quickest at ~1-3 months. Actual timeframes depend on caseload and how complete your application is.
What's the main difference between 407 and 482?
Training visa (407) is for people doing workplace-based occupational training to improve skills for their job, study or field. Skills in Demand visa (SID) (482) is for skilled workers with an Australian employer sponsor for an occupation in demand. Replaced the TSS visa.