What is the minimum salary for a UX/UI Designer visa in Australia?

The minimum salary for the Employer-Sponsored (TSS 482) is A$80,000 per annum.

How long does the UX/UI Designer visa take to process in Australia?

Processing time for the Employer-Sponsored (TSS 482) is typically 12–40 weeks.

Do I need a job offer for the UX/UI Designer visa in Australia?

Yes — a job offer from an approved employer is required for the Employer-Sponsored (TSS 482).

How long until permanent residency as a UX/UI Designer in Australia?

~2 years to permanent residency via the Employer-Sponsored (TSS 482).

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Australia

UX/UI Designer Visa Route

Employer-Sponsored (TSS 482)

UX/UI Designers qualify for employer-sponsored routes; Digital Experience Designer (ANZSCO 232413) enables TSS 482 sponsorship from Australian tech companies and agencies.

Moderate

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Minimum Salary

A$80,000

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Processing Time

12–40 weeks

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Path to PR

~2 years

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Job Offer

Required

Language requirement:

Competent English (IELTS 6.0 per band)

Eligibility requirements

1Skills assessment from VETASSESS under ANZSCO 232413 (Digital Experience Designer)
2Competent English: IELTS 6.0 per band
33 years of relevant UX/UI design experience
4Job offer from an approved Australian employer sponsor
5Minimum salary meeting TSMIT (AU$73,150)

Document checklist

Valid passport
VETASSESS skills assessment
IELTS or PTE results
Employment reference letters
Design portfolio
Degree or diploma certificates
Police clearances
Medical exam results

Step-by-step process

1
Apply to VETASSESS for skills assessment under Digital Experience Designer (ANZSCO 232413)
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Achieve Competent English via IELTS or PTE
3
Find an Australian employer willing to sponsor a TSS 482 visa
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Employer lodges a sponsorship application and nomination
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Lodge TSS 482 visa application via ImmiAccount
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Provide biometrics and medical; receive visa grant
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After 3 years on TSS 482 apply for Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS 186) PR