Andreamorey Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 Hi everyone Just wondering if anyone knew whether it is possible to apply for a 482 whilest waiting for a 186de offshore? We have been waiting 5 months and my husbands employer is getting impatient is there any way we can get out there quicker? we are so worried we will lose his sponsor because its taking so long Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marisawright Posted April 28, 2023 Share Posted April 28, 2023 Is your employer suggesting that as a way forward? What does their agent say? There's nothing to stop them doing that, but you need to be aware of the risks. Remember that their migration agent is advising them on the plan that suits THEM best, and it may not be in your best interests. The main risk (that I can think of) is that you can apply for two visas, but you can only hold one. If they apply for the 482 and then the 186DE is granted, the employer will have to be very quick to withdraw the 482 application. If they forget or are too slow, the 482 might then be granted and that would wipe out the 186DE. Also remember that you need to negotiate terms for the 482 with the employer. On the 186DE you've probably got less of a relocation package, because you'lll get a permanent visa and therefore you're willing to fund a lot of the move yourself. With a 482, you've got no certainty that you'll ever get a 186, so you should assume you're only making a temporary, short-term move. Given the high cost of relocating, you need the employer to fund air fares, shipping, and temp accommodation on arrival, otherwise it could turn out to be a very expensive adventure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raul Senise Posted May 2, 2023 Share Posted May 2, 2023 On 28/04/2023 at 21:37, Andreamorey said: Hi everyone Just wondering if anyone knew whether it is possible to apply for a 482 whilest waiting for a 186de offshore? We have been waiting 5 months and my husbands employer is getting impatient is there any way we can get out there quicker? we are so worried we will lose his sponsor because its taking so long The current published processing time for a 186DE is anywhere between 3 to 13 months, so you may still have a long wait ahead. Yes you can lodge a 482 but this will be costly for the employer/sponsor and there are risks which need to be managed. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted May 10, 2023 Share Posted May 10, 2023 Costs for 482 and similar are about to increase significantly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wrussell Posted May 10, 2023 Share Posted May 10, 2023 Some 'recruiters' are charging $25K for a 482 package. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DMT Posted May 23, 2023 Share Posted May 23, 2023 I'm in a similar situation with my 186-DE application. The application was filed end of Jan and still shows are in-process. Was there an update on your application since you last posted? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andreamorey Posted June 1, 2023 Author Share Posted June 1, 2023 No still received, over 6 months now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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