From 1 July 2025, significant changes will take place regarding the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT), impacting businesses sponsoring or planning to sponsor overseas workers through the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme- Direct Entry (subclass 186) visa.
The CSIT will rise from the current AU$73,150 to AU$76,515.
Impact on Sponsorship Applications
For businesses looking to sponsor skilled workers under the Core Skills stream of the subclass 482 and Direct Entry stream of the subclass 186 visas, this increase in the CSIT means that employers will need to ensure that the salary offered to overseas workers meets or exceeds the new threshold.
- Subclass 482: As part of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, the CSIT applies to nominations for certain skilled roles in the Core Skills pathway.
- Subclass 186: The Employer Nomination Scheme allows skilled workers to apply for permanent residency, and employers must meet the updated CSIT when nominating an employee in the Direct Entry stream.
Employers should also note that this change may impact existing applications. For those in the process of submitting a nomination, it is essential to review the salary terms to ensure compliance with the new threshold.
If you need assistance navigating the updated CSIT requirements or any other aspect of the visa process, at Hartman Immigration we are here to help guide you through the changes effectively.
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