Step 01Up to 4 years · Employer sponsored
Secure Employer Sponsorship
Skills in Demand Visa: Subclass 482
Get nominated by an approved Australian employer and start working in Australia for up to 4 years.
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Australian Life
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MARA-registered migration agents guiding you through the Job Ready Program, Subclass 482 and Subclass 186 at every stage of your Australian journey.
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Choose Your Pathway
Three Paths to Your Australian Future
Whether you are a trade graduate, an employer sponsored worker or ready for permanent residence, we guide you through the right pathway.
01Skills-Based PR Pathway
Job Ready Program (JRP)
For international trade graduates with an Australian CRICOS RTO qualification. Complete 4 TRA stages to achieve a formal skills assessment and apply for Subclass 189, 190, or 491 permanent residence.
- Est. 12–24 months
- TRA administered
- Subclass 189/190/491
02Temporary Employer-Sponsored
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
For skilled workers sponsored by an approved Australian employer. Work in Australia for up to 4 years under the Core Skills, Specialist Skills, or Labour Agreement stream, with a clear pathway to permanent residence.
- Up to 4 years
- Employer sponsored
- Path to PR via 186
03Permanent Residence Visa
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
Australia's primary employer-sponsored permanent residence visa. Available via TRT stream (for 482 holders after 2 years), Direct Entry stream, or Labour Agreement stream. Live and work in Australia permanently.
- Permanent from day one
- 3 streams
- Family included
4-Stage Pathway
The Job Ready Program, Explained Simply
The JRP is a 4-stage pathway managed by Trades Recognition Australia that allows international trade graduates to have their skills formally assessed for Australian skilled migration. Each stage builds on the previous one and successful completion opens the door to Subclass 189, 190 or 491 skilled visas and ultimately permanent residence in Australia.
01TRA Fee: $130
Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA)
TRA reviews your overseas qualifications and work experience against Australian standards to grant you provisional recognition.
Learn More02TRA Fee: $500
Job Ready Employment (JRE)
Work in your trade for at least 12 months (1,575 hours) under a TRA-approved employer who monitors your progress.
Learn More03TRA Fee: $2,845
Job Ready Workplace Assessment (JRWA)
A registered TRA assessor visits your workplace to observe and verify your trade skills against Australian standards.
Learn More04TRA Fee: $75
Job Ready Final Assessment (JRFA)
After successfully completing the JRWA, TRA issues your full skills assessment, the key document for your skilled visa application.
Learn More482 → 186 Employer Pathway
The Employer-Sponsored Pathway to Permanent Residence
Most 482 visa holders can apply for the Subclass 186 TRT stream after 2 years of full-time employment with the same employer. Scroll through each stage below.
- Step 022-year qualifying period
Work & Build Tenure
2 Years Full-Time With the Same Employer
Work full-time for your sponsor for 2 years to qualify for the TRT stream. We keep your timeline gap-free.
How tenure works - Step 03No points test · Family included
Apply for Permanent Residence
Employer Nomination Scheme: Subclass 186 (TRT Stream)
Your employer nominates you for the 186 TRT stream. No points test, so partners and children can apply with you.
Explore the 186 visa - Step 04Medicare · Path to citizenship
Live in Australia Permanently
Permanent Residence From Day One of Grant
Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia with Medicare access and a clear path to citizenship.
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12 Supported Trades
We Support These Skilled Occupations
If your occupation is on Australia's skilled occupation list, there is a migration pathway for you through the Job Ready Program, Subclass 482 employer sponsorship or Subclass 186 permanent nomination. We know every route.
Carpentry
Commercial Cookery
Automotive Mechanic
Electrical Engineering
Nursing
Boat Building
Individual Support (Aged Care)
Wall & Floor Tiling
Painting & Decorating
Bricklaying
Hairdressing
Plumbing
Why Pathway to Aus
Australia's Most Trusted Migration Experts
We become your dedicated migration partner from day one until you receive your visa.
MARA Registered Agents
All our migration consultants are registered with the Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA), ensuring you receive legally compliant advice.
End-to-End Support
From your first PSA application through to your final visa approval, we guide you through every stage of the JRP without gaps.
500+ Success Stories
Over five hundred trade graduates have achieved their skilled visa through our proven guidance system across 12 trade occupations.
No Hidden Fees
Transparent, fixed-fee service packages with no surprise charges. We tell you exactly what TRA fees and agent fees apply before you commit.
24-Hour Response
We guarantee a response to all enquiries within 24 business hours. Urgent matters receive same-day attention from our team.
Multilingual Support
Our team provides consultations in English, Filipino (Tagalog), and Nepali, ensuring nothing gets lost in translation.
Transparent Pricing
Understand the Full JRP Costs Upfront
We believe in complete transparency. Here are the official TRA fees for each stage of the Job Ready Program.
01
Provisional Skills Assessment (PSA)
$130
02
Job Ready Employment Verification (JRE)
$500
03
Job Ready Workplace Assessment (JRWA)
$2,845
04
Job Ready Final Assessment (JRFA)
$75
Total Estimated TRA Fees
$3,550
TRA fees are subject to change. Agent service fees apply separately. Book a consultation for a full cost breakdown.
Our Track Record
Proven Results for Trade Graduates
500+
Students Helped
Trade graduates guided through JRP
10+
Years Experience
Specialising in Australian migration
12
Trade Occupations
Covered by our expert agents
99%
Success Rate
Skills assessment approvals
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Job Ready Program, the 482 visa and the 186 visa answered by our migration experts.
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