482 Sponsorship Refused – Now What?

Review or Appeal

Depending on the circumstances of the refusal, you may have the option to apply for a review or appeal of the decision. This typically involves lodging an appeal with the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT) if your visa application was refused on certain grounds. It’s crucial to seek legal advice to determine if this is a viable option.

New Sponsorship

You can seek a new sponsorship from an eligible employer in Australia. If a different employer is willing to sponsor you, and you meet the relevant requirements, you can apply for a new subclass 482 visa. Ensure that your new employer holds a valid Standard Business Sponsorship.

Change of Visa Type

You might explore other visa options that match your qualifications and circumstances. For example, you could consider employer-sponsored visas like the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) or the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (subclass 187) if you meet their requirements.

Student Visa

If eligible, you can apply for a student visa to study in Australia. This can provide you with the opportunity to stay in the country, gain new qualifications, and potentially explore pathways to permanent residency.

Partner or Family Visas

If you have a partner or family member who is an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you may be eligible to apply for a partner or family reunion visa, such as the Partner (subclass 820/801) or Family (subclass 143) visa.

Skilled Migration

Explore skilled migration options, such as the General Skilled Migration program (subclass 189, 190, 491) if you meet the required points and occupation criteria.

Visitor Visa

Applying for a visitor visa (subclass 600) is an option to stay temporarily in Australia, although it does not grant work rights.