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Apply for an Employer-Sponsored Visa in Hobart with Experienced Migration Lawyers
Employer-sponsored visas let Australian businesses hire skilled overseas workers where suitable local talent isn't available. Our Hobart employer-sponsored visa lawyers provide strategic advice to both employers and applicants seeking work visa sponsorship in Hobart, helping make sure sponsorship, nomination, and visa applications meet strict Department of Home Affairs requirements. We assist with preparing compliant applications, addressing eligibility issues, and reducing the risk of refusal or delay.
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There are no hidden costs for our services. Our fees are clearly set out in a fee agreement.
From the first same-day response to the granting of your Australian visa, you'll have direct access to a lawyer.
Our experienced lawyers will give you regular updates and clear explanations of visa pathways.
We offer a client satisfaction guarantee in relation to our visa application services.
3 - 6 months installment options available on some visa types.
At your first meeting, you'll speak directly with a migration lawyer, who will explain our services, discuss your visa options, and guide you through the entire process. You'll also receive a fixed, upfront fee for ongoing services.
We offer a range of flexible payment options. In addition to our friendly, compassionate in-person support, we also provide online appointments for your convenience.
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1300 150 745
Monday – Friday: 9am – 6pm
Saturday – Sunday: 9am – 1pm
Bank transfer, credit card (VISA, Mastercard, or AMEX), 3-6 monthly instalments available in some cases
PO Box 13118
Law Courts 8010
We assist with partner visa applications, ensuring relationship evidence and eligibility requirements are properly addressed.
Partner Visas
We provide sensitive and professional legal support for protection visa applicants.
Protection Visas
We advise on skilled migration pathways, including state-nominated and points-tested visas.
Skilled Migration Visas
Our lawyers represent clients in Administrative Review Tribunal proceedings.
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We provide representation and advice for visa refusal matters and review options.
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We assist eligible applicants with citizenship applications and requirements.
Australian Citizenship
Our team provides guidance on family migration options to support family reunification.
Family Visas
We assist with parent visa applications, including contributory and non-contributory pathways.
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We assist with judicial review applications in the Federal Circuit and Family Court on migration matters.
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We assist with judicial review applications in migration matters.
Visa Cancellation
We assist with visitor visa applications, including complex and refusal matters.
Visitor Visas
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Our legal expertise in migration law extends far beyond assisting clients in Australia's capital cities. We provide comprehensive support to individuals, families, and businesses in many locations across the country.
Government visa application fees
The Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) visa carries a base application charge of $4,015 for the primary applicant, effective from 1 July 2026. The Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Subclass 494) visas are each $6,140 for the primary applicant. These charges are set by the Department of Home Affairs and are reviewed annually.
Employer sponsorship and nomination costs
The employer pays a nomination fee of approximately $330 for the Subclass 482 visa and $540 for the Subclass 186 visa; there's no nomination fee for the Subclass 494 visa. Employers also pay the Skilling Australians Fund (SAF) levy, which for the 482 and 494 visas runs to roughly $1,200 to $1,800 per year of the nomination, depending on business size (for the 186 visa, the SAF levy is a one-off amount rather than a per-year charge). Salaries must also meet the relevant income threshold: currently $79,423 for the Core Skills stream of the 482 and for the 494 visa, and $146,576 for the Specialist Skills stream of the 482.
Skills assessment and testing fees
Applicants may need to pay for skills assessments, licensing checks, or qualification verification.
Legal and professional service fees
Legal fees depend on the complexity of the matter, including employer sponsorship setup and visa application support.
Factors affecting employer visa processing times
Processing times depend on sponsorship status, occupation type, completeness of documentation, and Departmental workload.
Typical timelines for Subclass 482, 186, and 494 visas
Processing can range from several weeks to several months depending on the visa subclass and case complexity.
Hobart offers strong job opportunities across healthcare, education, hospitality, and the trades, alongside a growing tech and professional services base. Its relatively affordable cost of living, close-knit community, and demand for skilled workers across regional Tasmania make it an increasingly attractive destination for employer-sponsored migration, particularly given the wider access to the Subclass 494 regional pathway that Melbourne itself doesn't have.
We provide practical, end-to-end support for both employers and visa applicants. Our approach focuses on ensuring compliance with sponsorship obligations, preparing strong visa applications, and reducing refusal risk. We assist with complex cases, including sponsorship setup, occupation issues, and compliance concerns, while providing clear and strategic legal guidance throughout the process.
Our Hobart office brings nationally recognised immigration law expertise directly to Hobart and Tasmania clients. Every award listed below was earned through independent assessment, including peer review, client feedback, and workplace audits. When you work with our immigration lawyers in Hobart, you are working with a firm whose quality has been verified from the outside.
Perry Q. Wood is ranked as a Leading Immigration Lawyer in Victoria in Doyle's Guide 2026. Four consecutive years of inclusion in Doyle's Guide establishes a verified, long-term record of excellence and peer recognition in Australian immigration law.
Australian Migration Lawyers is ranked in the 2027 Best Law Firms - Australia edition by Best Lawyers. Firm rankings are determined through client feedback, peer nominations, and overall market reputation. Inclusion confirms the firm delivers top-tier legal services in immigration law at a national level.
Perry Q. Wood is recognised in the 2027 Best Lawyers in Australia™ edition for Immigration Law. This ranking is awarded exclusively through confidential peer review by senior lawyers in the same practice area. It is the leading global legal directory benchmark.
The government costs vary for each visa type, and you also need to factor in the cost of living while you await the outcome of your visa application. Consulting a reliable Hobart immigration lawyer can clarify details relating to specific visas and guide you on professional fees, Department of Home Affairs fees and other associated costs.
Hobart is Australia's second-oldest capital city, founded in 1804 as a British penal colony on the banks of the Derwent River. The Palawa people are the traditional custodians of the land, and their presence in Tasmania dates back at least 35,000 years. European settlement brought convicts primarily from England, Ireland, and Scotland, and the cessation of transportation in 1853 marked the beginning of Hobart's transition toward a free settler society. Read More
The post-World War II era brought migrants from Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Hobart, gradually diversifying a city that had remained predominantly Anglo-Celtic throughout its early history. In more recent decades, Hobart has welcomed humanitarian entrants and skilled migrants from China, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and across Southeast Asia. Today, Hobart retains the highest proportion of Australian-born residents among Australia's capital cities, but its migrant community continues to grow steadily, enriching the city's cultural fabric and contributing to its ongoing economic recovery and growth. Read Less
Hobart is Australia's second-oldest capital city, founded in 1804 as a British penal colony on the banks of the Derwent River. The Palawa people are the traditional custodians of the land, and their presence in Tasmania dates back at least 35,000 years. European settlement brought convicts primarily from England, Ireland, and Scotland, and the cessation of transportation in 1853 marked the beginning of Hobart's transition toward a free settler society.
The post-World War II era brought migrants from Italy, Greece, Yugoslavia, and Poland to Hobart, gradually diversifying a city that had remained predominantly Anglo-Celtic throughout its early history. In more recent decades, Hobart has welcomed humanitarian entrants and skilled migrants from China, India, Bhutan, Nepal, and across Southeast Asia. Today, Hobart retains the highest proportion of Australian-born residents among Australia's capital cities, but its migrant community continues to grow steadily, enriching the city's cultural fabric and contributing to its ongoing economic recovery and growth.
Perry Q Wood is Immediate Past President of the Australian Institute of Administrative Law and one of Australia's leading administrative, immigration and human rights lawyers.
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