Can Part-Time Jobs Be Sponsored Under the 482 Skills in Demand Visa?

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Last Updated: 13 Mar 2026 Many applicants ask the same question when they prepare a visa application:

Can part-time jobs be sponsored under the 482 Skills in Demand visa?

The short answer: yes — part-time work can count.

However, your work experience must equal at least one year of full-time equivalent work and your job duties must match the ANZSCO occupation description.

Many applicants misunderstand this requirement and assume any part-time role will qualify. The Department assesses total hours and job duties, not just the job title.

This guide outlines how the work experience requirement works.

Work Experience Requirement for the 482 Skills in Demand Visa

All streams under the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand (SID) visa require at least one year of relevant work experience.

This rule applies to:

Core Skills Stream
Specialist Skills Stream
Labour Agreement Stream

Applicants must have:

At least 1 year of relevant work experience
Experience in the nominated occupation or a closely related role
Work experience gained within the last 5 years

Your employment history must show clear alignment with the occupation you nominate in your visa application. If you know more about 482 Skills in demand visa, Read Full explanation of skills in demand 482 visa

What Counts as Relevant Work Experience?

Relevant work experience means your job duties match the tasks listed in ANZSCO for your occupation.

ANZSCO defines the standard tasks and responsibilities for each skilled occupation in Australia.

Immigration officers look at your actual job duties, not just your job title.

Your work experience may include:

Full-time work
Part-time work
Casual work

However, the total hours must equal at least one year of full-time work.

Additional requirements include:

Your duties must closely match the ANZSCO occupation description
You must gain the experience within the last 5 years
Your employment history must show relevant industry tasks

Applicants often overlook the ANZSCO duty alignment requirement. Strong duty alignment strengthens your visa application.

How the 482 Visa Calculates Work Experience

The Department measures work experience using full-time equivalent (FTE) hours.

Full-Time Standard

38 hours per week
52 weeks per year

This equals:

1,976 hours of work experience

Applicants must reach at least 1,976 hours of relevant employment.

You can reach this requirement through different work arrangements.

Full-Time Work

Example:

38 hours per week
12 months of employment

Total hours:

38 × 52 = 1,976 hours

This meets the requirement.

Part-Time Work

Part-time work counts when your total hours equal full-time equivalent hours.

Example:

24 hours per week
2 years of employment

Calculation:

24 × 52 × 2 = 2,496 hours

This exceeds the 1,976-hour requirement, so the experience qualifies.

Casual Work

Casual roles also count when total hours reach full-time equivalent hours.

Applicants should keep records such as:

payslips
employment contracts
reference letters

These documents support the hours you claim.

Common Mistakes Applicants Make

Many applicants assume their work experience automatically qualifies.

Several mistakes often create problems during visa assessment.

1. Job Duties Do Not Match ANZSCO

Applicants sometimes rely on a job title rather than the actual duties.

Immigration officers review the duties listed in your employment reference. If those duties differ from the ANZSCO description, the experience may not qualify.

2. Insufficient Full-Time Equivalent Hours

Some applicants count months worked instead of total hours.

The Department calculates total hours of relevant work, not just the employment period.

3. Experience Outside the Five-Year Window

Your relevant work experience must fall within the last five years before the visa application.

Older experience usually does not support the requirement.

Key Takeaway

Part-time or casual work can count towards the Subclass 482 Skills in Demand Visa when it meets three key conditions:

Your work equals at least 1,976 hours of full-time equivalent experience
Your duties match the ANZSCO occupation description
You gained the experience within the last 5 years

Applicants should review their employment history carefully before they lodge a visa application.

Disclaimer: This article provides general information only. It does not constitute immigration or legal advice. Policies and requirements may change and can vary depending on your individual circumstances. We strongly recommend speaking with a MARA-registered migration agent before making any visa-related decisions.