Can I change employers if I am sponsored by an Australian employer?

**Simple conclusion:** It is possible, but not easy.

Can I change employers with a 482 visa?

482 visa holders can only change their employer nomination within a specific period of time, which is currently only 60 days, and this period will be adjusted later. Moreover, the same occupation can be changed without renewing the visa.

If you really want to change, how do you change it?

This doesn't mean you can't change employers.

In reality, there are always some unexpected situations, such as the employer going bankrupt or being fired by the employer, etc. You can change employers, but the process is relatively complicated.

Can I apply for permanent residence directly if I have worked for 3 years when I change employers?

According to the current official information from the Immigration Bureau, the nomination application for 90%'s 186DE Stream will take 11 months to be reviewed.

If the new employer submits a 186DE nomination, the holder will not be able to work for the new employer before the 186 nomination is approved, as he or she is subject to the restrictions of clause 8607 of the 482 visa.

This will result in a gap of several months in which you will not be able to work for the new employer, which is not conducive to proving the new employer's real need for the nominated position. Therefore, it is not recommended to directly submit a 186DE nomination.

In addition, if you only submit a nomination application for a 482 employer change, the review process will be very fast, usually 1-2 weeks. Of course, the new employer also needs to meet other requirements for sponsorship.

What if the employer itself changes?

Case 1:

If an employer changes its business arrangements, business name, or structure, does this count as a change of employer?

If the ABN does not change, it can still be regarded as continuing to work for the original employer and will not violate section 8607.

Case 2:

If there is a reorganization, merger or acquisition, the owner of the business changes and the ABN also changes.

In this case, even if the 482 holder continues to work in the original position, a new employment contract may be signed.

The new employer will then need to submit a new 482 nomination application as soon as possible to ensure that employees holding 482 visas can continue to complete their job duties and tasks seamlessly.

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