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Important Update: Further Changes to Salary Thresholds for Subclass 482 Visas from 1 July 2025

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

Effective 1 July 2025, the Australian Government will implement an increase in the minimum salary thresholds for the Skills in Demand (SID) (subclass 482) visa program. The Australian Government stated that the adjustment aligns with the latest updates to the Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings (AWOTE).

Key Changes

  • Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT): Increases from AU$73,150 to AU$76,515. This applies to nominations under the Core Skills stream of the subclass 482 visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) visa.
  • Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT): Rises from AU$135,000 to AU$141,210. This affects nominations under the Specialist Skills stream of the subclass 482 visa.

Implications for Employers

  • New Nominations: From 1 July 2025, all new nomination applications must meet the updated income threshold or the annual market salary rate (AMSR), whichever is higher.
  • Existing Visa Holders: These changes will not apply to existing visa holders or most likely to nominations lodged before 1 July 2025.
  • Superannuation Guarantee: The superannuation guarantee rate will increase from 11.5% to 12% on 1 July 2025. Employers should ensure that the guaranteed annual earnings for their employees are not inadvertently reduced as a result of this superannuation rate change.

Action Steps for Employers

  • Review Salary Packages: Ensure that the proposed salary meets or exceeds the new thresholds to avoid delays or refusals in the nomination process.
  • Prepare for Future Applications: Employers planning to submit nominations near the 1 July 2025 implementation date should act promptly to avoid falling under the updated requirements.

For more detailed information and guidance tailored to your specific situation, please contact our office.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Understanding the New Skills in Demand Subclass 482 Visa: Specialist Skills Stream vs Core Skills Stream

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

In response to Australia’s evolving labour market needs and ongoing skilled labour shortages, the federal government introduced a significant reform to the subclass 482 temporary work visa program, replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage visa with the new Skills in Demand visa in late 2024.

For Australian employers who rely on skilled migrant workers to support their workforce, it’s essential to understand the key differences in the new Skills in Demand visa between the new Specialist Skills Stream and Core Skills Stream under the revamped framework. This knowledge will ensure compliance, strategic workforce planning, and efficient visa sponsorship.

Overview of the Skills in Demand Visa Structure

The Skills in Demand visa will consist of three streams:

  1. Specialist Skills Stream – targeting highly specialised roles with strong salary and skill indicators.
  2. Core Skills Stream – for a broader range of occupations on an approved Core Skills Occupation List.
  3. Essential Skills Stream – for essential workers in lower-paid roles in critical industries.

This article focuses on the Specialist and Core streams, which are most relevant to medium and large corporate sponsors.

  1. Specialist Skills Stream

Who it’s for:
This stream is designed for highly skilled professionals in areas of significant technical expertise or acute shortage. It primarily targets roles that are critical to Australia’s economic growth.

Key Features:

  • No occupation list requirement: Unlike other streams, eligibility is determined by the applicant’s salary level rather than a fixed occupation list.
  • Salary Threshold: Applicants must earn above a high-income threshold, currently $135,000 p.a. and will increase to $141,210 on 1 July 2025.
  • Streamlined processing: This stream is intended to offer fast-track visa processing, with prioritisation for employers needing urgent talent acquisition.

Advantages for Employers:

  • Greater flexibility in hiring senior talent, particularly in emerging fields where traditional occupation lists may lag behind market demand.
  • Rapid access to global experts without being restricted by a fixed list of eligible occupations.
  1. Core Skills Stream

Who it’s for:
This stream applies to the majority of skilled workers and represents the successor to the traditional Medium-Term and Short-Term streams under the current subclass 482 visa.

Key Features:

  • Occupation list required: Applicants must work in a role listed on the Core Skills Occupation List, which will be based on regular labour market analysis.
  • Salary benchmark: A revised TSMIT (Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold) is required which is currently $73,150 p.a. and will increase to $76,515 on 1 July 2025, and must also meet market rate requirements.
  • Labour Market Testing (LMT): Sponsoring employers must demonstrate they cannot fill the position locally, subject to any future exemptions.
  • Processing times: Standard processing applies, with additional scrutiny around compliance and genuine need.

Advantages for Employers:

  • Access to a wide pool of skilled migrants across common industries such as construction, health, education, and trades.
  • Suitable for businesses seeking to fill roles that are not at the high-income/specialist level but are critical to operations.

 Need Assistance?

At Hartman Immigration, we assist Australian employers across all sectors with skilled visa strategy, compliance, and sponsorship. Whether your business requires high-caliber global talent or seeks to fill operational gaps, we can help you navigate these changes with confidence.

 

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188) Closed: A New Era Begins with the National Innovation Visa

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

As of 2024, the Australian Government has officially closed the Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188) to new applicants. This significant change reflects a broader reform aimed at modernising Australia’s skilled and investment migration programs. The decision comes after a review by the Department of Home Affairs and the Productivity Commission found that the 188 visa was not delivering the intended economic outcomes. As a result, business clients seeking to enter or expand in the Australian market must now consider alternative pathways, with the upcoming National Innovation Visa offering a promising solution.

The National Innovation Visa is designed to attract high-value investors, entrepreneurs, and exceptional talent in science, technology, engineering, and other priority sectors. Unlike the former 188 program, this new visa will focus on applicants who can deliver demonstrable value to the Australian economy through innovation, technology transfer, and scalable business activity. It is expected to streamline the application process and provide a clearer pathway to permanent residency for individuals and companies aligning with Australia’s strategic interests.

For our business clients, this marks a pivotal moment to reassess investment strategies and migration planning. Those with pending 188 applications will be processed under existing arrangements, but no new applications are being accepted. We strongly encourage potential investors and innovative business leaders to begin preparing for the new visa requirements by assessing their eligibility and aligning with priority sectors such as clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and digital technologies.

At Hartman Immigration, we remain at the forefront of these developments and is ready to assist you in navigating the transition to the National Innovation Visa with tailored regulatory and strategic advice.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Important Update: Changes to Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) from 1 July 2025

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

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.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Change to Condition 8607: Subclass 482 and Subclass 494 Visa Holders Can Continue Working for Prospective Sponsors While Awaiting Nomination (Effective March 2025)

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

In a significant update to Australian immigration policy, the Department of Home Affairs has introduced a change to Condition 8607, effective from March 2025, impacting Skills in Demand (subclass 482) and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (subclass 494) visa holders. This change allows overseas employees holding these visas to continue working for their prospective sponsor while they await the approval of their nomination, without the need to cease employment during the process.

Previously, some visa holders in these categories were required to stop working for their employer if their nomination was in progress and had not yet been approved when the 180 day limit came into effect. This caused unnecessary disruption for both the employee and employer, particularly in cases where the nomination processing times were delayed. With the new change, subclass 482 and subclass 494 visa holders can remain employed by their sponsoring employer during this waiting period, allowing businesses to retain valuable workers and avoid interruptions to operations.

Benefits for Employers and Employees:

  • Business Continuity: This change ensures that businesses sponsoring overseas workers will not experience workforce disruptions during the nomination waiting period. Employers can continue to benefit from the skills and experience of the visa holder without the added challenge of managing temporary staff shortages.
  • Employee Security: Overseas workers will now have greater job security during the nomination process, as they are not required to stop working, avoiding potential gaps in employment. This helps to maintain morale and ensures employees remain engaged while their permanent or extended stay application is processed.
  • Streamlined Operations: With the elimination of the requirement to pause employment, businesses can better manage their HR operations, focusing on core activities rather than dealing with the complexities of temporary employee changes.

Conclusion:

The change to Condition 8607, effective from March 2025, is a welcome update for both employers and employees involved in the subclass 482 and subclass 494 visa programs. It provides clarity and flexibility by allowing overseas workers to remain employed while awaiting the approval of their nomination. This shift ensures business continuity and employee security, streamlining the immigration process and reducing unnecessary disruptions. Australian businesses sponsoring overseas workers can now operate with greater confidence, knowing their sponsored employees can continue to contribute without interruption.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Reciprocal Healthcare Agreements for Skills in Demand 482 Visa Holders: What Australian Businesses Need to Know

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

Australian businesses sponsoring skilled overseas workers via the Skills in Demand (SID) (subclass 482) visa program should ensure that employees are compliant with visa conditions. One key condition that employers and visa holders should understand is condition 8501 which requires SID subclass 482 visa holders to maintain adequate health insurance throughout the duration of their stay in Australia.

For SID subclass 482 visa holders from eligible countries, reciprocal healthcare agreements will enable them to access Medicare during their time in Australia and meet condition 8501 without requiring private health insurance. These agreements are designed to provide overseas workers from certain countries temporary access to certain healthcare services whilst they are in Australia.

Those SID subclass 482 visa holders who are citizens of countries where no reciprocal healthcare agreement exists are required to arrange appropriate private health insurance throughout the duration of their stay in Australia.

What Are Reciprocal Healthcare Agreements?

Australia has entered into reciprocal healthcare agreements with several countries. These agreements allow citizens or in some cases permanent residents of the participating countries, who are temporarily visiting or residing in Australia, to access certain healthcare services through Medicare under specific conditions.

The services generally include medically necessary care while in Australia, such as hospital treatment and certain medical services, without having to pay the full costs.

Countries that have reciprocal healthcare agreements with Australia include the following:

  • Belgium
  • Finland
  • Italy
  • Malta
  • Netherlands
  • New Zealand
  • Norway
  • Republic of Ireland
  • Slovenia
  • Sweden
  • United Kingdom

The services covered under reciprocal healthcare agreements typically include:

  • Public hospital care in the event of an accident or sudden illness.
  • Medically necessary treatment (such as doctor’s visits, surgery, etc.) provided in public healthcare facilities.

It is important to check with Medicare exactly which health and medical services are covered for the SID subclass 482 visa holder. Workers who require more comprehensive coverage may need to look into additional private health insurance options.

What About Workers from Non-Reciprocal Countries?

For SID subclass 482 visa holders from countries without a reciprocal healthcare agreement with Australia, businesses will either need to obtain adequate private health insurance for the duration of their employees’ visa or the visa holder will need to arrange appropriate private health insurance themselves. Without this, visa holders could face substantial out-of-pocket medical costs and would be in breach of their visa conditions.

In such cases, employers may also consider offering private health insurance packages as part of their employee benefits to ensure compliance with health and safety requirements and to maintain the well-being of their overseas staff.

Conclusion

Reciprocal healthcare agreements can offer significant benefits to overseas workers sponsored under the Skills in Demands subclass 482 visa program, depending on their home country. However, it is crucial for both businesses and workers to be aware of the limitations of these agreements and to plan accordingly for workers’ healthcare needs. Ensuring adequate healthcare coverage—either through reciprocal agreements or private health insurance—is vital to ensure that visa holders are meeting their visa conditions.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) 2025

Posted by Rebecca Berkovic on

With the introduction of the Skills in Demand (SID)(subclass 482) visa replacing the Temporary Skills Shortage (TSS) visa, the Department of Home Affairs released a new Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) at the end of last year to address specific shortages in the Australian labour market.

The SID visa introduced a three-tier system:

  1. The Specialist Skills Pathway;
  2. Core Skills Pathway; and
  3. Essential Skills Pathway.

For more information regarding the separate pathway requirements please see our article https://www.hartmanimmigration.com.au/2024/11/19/skills-demand-visa-information/

The newly introduced CSOL will relate to the Core Skills Pathway of the temporary SID work visa. In addition, it will also apply to the Direct Entry stream of the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) permanent visa. Applicants applying for a SID Core Skills Pathway or Direct Entry (subclass 186) visa will need to select and meet the definition of an occupation appearing on the CSOL.

The current CSOL includes 456 occupations which were identified by Australian government organisation, Jobs and Skills Australia (JSA), following stakeholder consultation and labour market analysis. It is intended to better address gaps in the Australian labour market, enabling employers to meet labour demands across a range of industries.

The CSOL will be updated from time to time by the Australian Department of Home Affairs in consultation with the JSA.

Currently, the CSOL contains the following occupations:

Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)

Item Column 1 Column 2 Column 3
Occupation Title ANZSCO Code Applicable circumstance (see subsection 7(2))
1 Chief Executive or Managing Director 111111 1
2 Corporate General Manager 111211 1
3 Aquaculture Farmer 121111 5
4 Apiarist 121311 5
5 Dairy Cattle Farmer 121313 5
6 Goat Farmer 121315 5
7 Pig Farmer 121318 5
8 Poultry Farmer 121321 5
9 Flower Grower 121611 5
10 Sales and Marketing Manager 131112 6,12
11 Advertising Manager 131113
12 Corporate Services Manager 132111 12
13 Finance Manager 132211
14 Human Resource Manager 132311
15 Policy and Planning Manager 132411
16 Research and Development Manager 132511
17 Construction Project Manager 133111
18 Project Builder 133112
19 Engineering Manager 133211
20 Production Manager (Forestry) 133511
21 Production Manager (Manufacturing) 133512
22 Supply and Distribution Manager 133611 6,12
23 Procurement Manager 133612
24 Medical Administrator \ Medical Superintendent 134211
25 Nursing Clinical Director 134212
26 Primary Health Organisation Manager 134213
27 School Principal 134311
28 Faculty Head 134411
29 Education Managers nec 134499
30 Chief Information Officer 135111
31 ICT Project Manager 135112
32 ICT Managers nec 135199
33 Arts Administrator or Manager 139911
34 Environmental Manager 139912
35 Laboratory Manager 139913
36 Quality Assurance Manager 139916
37 Regulatory Affairs Manager 139917
38 Hotel or Motel Manager 141311 5
39 Licensed Club Manager 141411
40 Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec 141999
41 Retail Manager (General) 142111
42 Travel Agency Manager 142116
43 Fleet Manager 149411
44 Boarding Kennel or Cattery Operator 149911
45 Cinema or Theatre Manager 149912
46 Equipment Hire Manager 149915
47 Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers nec 149999
48 Music Director 211212
49 Artistic Director 212111
50 Program Director (Television or Radio) 212315
51 Stage Manager 212316
52 Technical Director 212317
53 Video Producer 212318
54 Print Journalist 212413
55 Radio Journalist 212414
56 Technical Writer 212415
57 Television Journalist 212416
58 Journalists and Other Writers nec 212499
59 Accountant (General) 221111 2,11,13
60 Management Accountant 221112 2,11,13
61 Taxation Accountant 221113 2,11,13
62 Company Secretary 221211
63 External Auditor 221213
64 Internal Auditor 221214
65 Finance Broker 222112
66 Insurance Broker 222113
67 Financial Investment Adviser 222311
68 Human Resource Adviser 223111 2
69 Recruitment Consultant 223112 11,13
70 Workplace Relations Adviser 223113 5
71 Actuary 224111
72 Mathematician 224112
73 Data Analyst 224114
74 Data Scientist 224115
75 Statistician 224116
76 Land Economist 224511
77 Valuer 224512
78 Organisation and Methods Analyst 224712
79 Management Consultant 227713 11, 13
80 Supply Chain Analyst 224714
81 Patents Examiner 224914
82 Information and Organisation Professionals nec 224999
83 Advertising Specialist 225111
84 Marketing Specialist 225113 6,11
85 Content Creator (Marketing) 225114
86 ICT Account Manager 225211
87 ICT Business Development Manager 225212
88 ICT Sales Representative 225213
89 Public Relations Professional 225311
90 Sales Representative (Industrial Products) 225411
91 Sales Representative (Medical and Pharmaceutical Products) 225412
92 Technical Sales Representatives nec 225499 6
93 Aeroplane Pilot 231111
94 Flying Instructor 231113
95 Helicopter Pilot 231114
96 Air Transport Professionals nec 231199
97 Ship’s Engineer 231212
98 Architect 232111
99 Landscape Architect 232112
100 Surveyor 232212
101 Cartographer 232213
102 Other Spatial Scientist 232214
103 Jewellery Designer 232313
104 Illustrator 232412
105 Multimedia Designer 232413
106 Web Designer 232414
107 Interior Designer 232511
108 Urban and Regional Planner 232611
109 Chemical Engineer 233111
110 Materials Engineer 233112
111 Civil Engineer 233211
112 Geotechnical Engineer 233212
113 Quantity Surveyor 233213
114 Structural Engineer 233214
115 Transport Engineer 233215
116 Electrical Engineer 233311
117 Electronics Engineer 233411
118 Industrial Engineer 233511
119 Mechanical Engineer 233512
120 Production or Plant Engineer 233513
121 Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) 233611
122 Petroleum Engineer 233612
123 Aeronautical Engineer 233911
124 Agricultural Engineer 233912
125 Biomedical Engineer 233913
126 Engineering Technologist 233914
127 Environmental Engineer 233915
128 Naval Architect \ Marine Designer 233916
129 Engineering Professionals nec 233999
130 Agricultural Consultant 234111
131 Agricultural Research Scientist 234114
132 Agronomist 234115
133 Aquaculture or Fisheries Scientist 234116
134 Chemist 234211
135 Food Technologist 234212
136 Wine Maker 234213
137 Environmental Consultant 234312
138 Environmental Scientists nec 234399
139 Geologist 234411
140 Geophysicist 234412
141 Hydrogeologist 234413
142 Life Scientist (General) 234511
143 Biochemist 234513
144 Botanist 234515
145 Marine Biologist 234516
146 Entomologist 234521
147 Zoologist 234522
148 Life Scientists nec 234599
149 Respiratory Scientist 234612
150 Veterinarian 234711
151 Conservator 234911
152 Metallurgist 234912
153 Meteorologist 234913
154 Physicist 234914
155 Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec 234999
156 Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher 241111
157 Primary School Teacher 241213
158 Middle School Teacher \ Intermediate School Teacher 241311
159 Secondary School Teacher 241411
160 Special Needs Teacher 241511
161 Teacher of the Hearing Impaired 241512
162 Teacher of the Sight Impaired 241513
163 Special Education Teachers nec 241599
164 University Lecturer 242111
165 Vocational Education Teacher \ Polytechnic Teacher 242211
166 Education Reviewer 249112
167 Music Teacher (Private Tuition) 249214
168 Private Tutors and Teachers nec 249299 14
169 Dietitian 251111
170 Medical Diagnostic Radiographer 251211
171 Medical Radiation Therapist 251212
172 Nuclear Medicine Technologist 251213
173 Sonographer 251214
174 Occupational Health and Safety Adviser 251312
175 Optometrist 251411
176 Orthoptist 251412
177 Hospital Pharmacist 251511
178 Industrial Pharmacist 251512
179 Retail Pharmacist 251513
180 Orthotist or Prosthetist 251912
181 Health Diagnostic and Promotion

Professionals nec

 251999
182 Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner 252214 14
183 Complementary Health Therapists nec 252299
184 Dental Specialist 252311
185 Dentist 252312
186 Occupational Therapist 252411
187 Physiotherapist 252511
188 Podiatrist 252611
189 Audiologist 252711
190 Speech Pathologist \ Speech Language Therapist 252712
191 General Practitioner 253111
192 Resident Medical Officer 253112
193 Anaesthetist 253211
194 Specialist Physician (General Medicine) 253311
195 Cardiologist 253312
196 Clinical Haematologist 253313
197 Medical Oncologist 253314
198 Endocrinologist 253315
199 Gastroenterologist 253316
200 Intensive Care Specialist 253317
201 Neurologist 253318
202 Paediatrician 253321
203 Renal Medicine Specialist 253322
204 Rheumatologist 253323
205 Thoracic Medicine Specialist 253324
206 Specialist Physicians nec 253399
207 Psychiatrist 253411
208 Surgeon (General) 253511
209 Cardiothoracic Surgeon 253512
210 Neurosurgeon 253513
211 Orthopaedic Surgeon 253514
212 Otorhinolaryngologist 253515
213 Paediatric Surgeon 253516
214 Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon 253517
215 Urologist 253518
216 Vascular Surgeon 253521
217 Dermatologist 253911
218 Emergency Medicine Specialist 253912
219 Obstetrician and Gynaecologist 253913
220 Ophthalmologist 253914
221 Pathologist 253915
222 Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist 253917
223 Radiation Oncologist 253918
224 Medical Practitioners nec 253999
225 Midwife 254111
226 Nurse Educator 254211
227 Nurse Researcher 254212
228 Nurse Practitioner 254411
229 Registered Nurse (Aged Care) 254412
230 Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) 254413
231 Registered Nurse (Community Health) 254414
232 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) 254415
233 Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) 254416
234 Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) 254417
235 Registered Nurse (Medical) 254418
236 Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) 254421
237 Registered Nurse (Mental Health) 254422
238 Registered Nurse (Perioperative) 254423
239 Registered Nurse (Surgical) 254424
240 Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) 254425
241 Registered Nurses nec 254499
242 ICT Business Analyst 261111
243 Systems Analyst 261112
244 Multimedia Specialist 261211
245 Web Developer 261212
246 Analyst Programmer 261311
247 Developer Programmer 261312
248 Software Engineer 261313
249 Software Tester 261314
250 Cyber Security Engineer 261315
251 Devops Engineer 261316
252 Penetration Tester 261317
253 Software and Applications Programmers nec 261399
254 Database Administrator 262111
255 Systems Administrator 262113
256 Cyber Governance Risk and Compliance Specialist 262114
257 Cyber Security Advice and Assessment Specialist 262115
258 Cyber Security Analyst 262116
259 Cyber Security Architect 262117
260 Cyber Security Operations Coordinator 262118
261 Computer Network and Systems Engineer 263111
262 Network Administrator 263112
263 Network Analyst 263113
264 ICT Quality Assurance Engineer 263211
265 ICT Systems Test Engineer 263213
266 ICT Support and Test Engineers nec 263299
267 Telecommunications Network Engineer 263312
268 Barrister 271111
269 Intellectual Property Lawyer 271214
270 Judicial and Other Legal Professionals nec 271299
271 Solicitor 271311
272 Drug and Alcohol Counsellor 272112
273 Rehabilitation Counsellor 272114
274 Student Counsellor 272115
275 Clinical Psychologist 272311
276 Educational Psychologist 272312
277 Organisational Psychologist 272313
278 Psychotherapist 272314
279 Psychologists nec 272399
280 Translator 272413
281 Social Worker 272511
282 Recreation Officer \ Recreation Coordinator 272612
283 Agricultural and Agritech Technician 311112
284 Animal Husbandry Technician 311113
285 Aquaculture or Fisheries Technician 311114
286 Irrigation Designer 311115
287 Anaesthetic Technician 311211
288 Cardiac Technician 311212
289 Pharmacy Technician 311215
290 Respiratory Technician 311217
291 Medical Technicians nec 311299
292 Meat Inspector 311312
293 Primary Products Quality Assurance Officer 311314
294 Primary Products Assurance and Inspection Officers nec 311399
295 Chemistry Technician 311411
296 Earth Science Technician 311412
297 Science Technicians nec 311499
298 Architectural Draftsperson 312111
299 Building Associate 312112
300 Building Inspector 312113
301 Construction Estimator 312114
302 Surveying or Spatial Science Technician 312116
303 Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec 312199
304 Civil Engineering Draftsperson 312211
305 Civil Engineering Technician 312212
306 Electrical Engineering Draftsperson 312311
307 Electrical Engineering Technician 312312
308 Electronic Engineering Technician 312412
309 Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson 312511
310 Mechanical Engineering Technician 312512 9
311 Maintenance Planner 312911
312 Metallurgical or Materials Technician 312912
313 Mine Deputy 312913
314 Other Draftsperson 312914
315 Building and Engineering Technicians nec 312999
316 Hardware Technician 313111
317 ICT Customer Support Officer 313112
318 Web Administrator 313113
319 ICT Support Technicians nec 313199
320 Telecommunications Field Engineer 313212
321 Telecommunications Network Planner 313213
322 Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist 313214
323 Automotive Electrician 321111
324 Motor Mechanic (General) 321211
325 Diesel Motor Mechanic 321212
326 Motorcycle Mechanic 321213
327 Small Engine Mechanic 321214
328 Electroplater 322112
329 Farrier 322113
330 Metal Casting Trades Worker 322114
331 Sheetmetal Worker 322211
332 Metal Fabricator 322311
333 Pressure Welder 322312
334 Welder (First Class) 322313
335 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer

(Avionics)

 323111
336 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) 323112
337 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) 323113
338 Fitter (General) 323211
339 Fitter and Turner 323212
340 Fitter-Welder 323213
341 Metal Machinist (First Class) 323214
342 Textile, Clothing and Footwear Mechanic 323215
343 Metal Fitters and Machinists nec 323299
344 Locksmith 323313
345 Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer 323314
346 Engineering Patternmaker 323411
347 Toolmaker 323412
348 Panelbeater 324111
349 Vehicle Body Builder 324211
350 Vehicle Trimmer 324212
351 Vehicle Painter 324311
352 Bricklayer 331111
353 Stonemason 331112
354 Carpenter and Joiner 331211
355 Carpenter 331212
356 Joiner 331213
357 Floor Finisher 332111
358 Painter 332211
359 Glazier 333111
360 Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling) 333211
361 Renderer (Solid Plaster) 333212
362 Roof Tiler 333311
363 Wall and Floor Tiler 333411
364 Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber 334112
365 Drainer 334113
366 Gasfitter 334114
367 Roof Plumber 334115
368 Plumber (General) 334116
369 Fire Protection Plumber 334117
370 Electrician (General) 341111
371 Electrician (Special Class) 341112
372 Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic 342111
373 Electrical Linesworker \ Electrical

Line Mechanic

 342211
374 Technical Cable Jointer 342212
375 Business Machine Mechanic 342311
376 Electronic Equipment Trades Worker 342313
377 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) 342314
378 Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) 342315
379 Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) 342411
380 Telecommunications Cable Jointer 342412
381 Telecommunications Linesworker \ Telecommunications Line mechanic 342413
382 Telecommunications Technician 342414
383 Baker 351111 10
384 Pastrycook 351112 10
385 Butcher or Smallgoods Maker 351211
386 Chef 351311 3,4
387 Cook 351411 3,4
388 Dog Handler or Trainer 361111
389 Horse Trainer 361112
390 Veterinary Nurse 361311
391 Nurseryperson 362411
392 Arborist 362511
393 Tree Worker 362512
394 Landscape Gardener 362711
395 Irrigation Technician 362712
396 Hairdresser 391111
397 Print Finisher 392111
398 Screen Printer 392112
399 Graphic Pre-press Trades Worker 392211
400 Printing Machinist 392311
401 Shoemaker 393114
402 Upholsterer 393311
403 Cabinet Maker 394112
404 Furniture Maker 394113
405 Furniture Finisher 394211
406 Picture Framer 394212
407 Wood Machinist 394213
408 Wood Machinists and Other Wood Trades Workers nec 394299
409 Boat Builder and Repairer 399111
410 Shipwright 399112
411 Chemical Plant Operator 399211
412 Gas or Petroleum Operator 399212 15
413 Power Generation Plant Operator 399213
414 Light Technician 399513
415 Sound Technician 399516
416 Performing Arts Technicians nec 399599
417 Signwriter 399611
418 Diver 399911
419 Optical Dispenser \ Dispensing Optician 399913
420 Optical Mechanic 399914
421 Plastics Technician 399916
422 Fire Protection Equipment Technician 399918
423 Technicians and Trades Workers nec 399999
424 Ambulance Officer 411111
425 Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic 411112
426 Dental Hygienist 411211
427 Dental Prosthetist 411212
428 Dental Technician 411213
429 Dental Therapist 411214
430 Diversional Therapist 411311
431 Enrolled Nurse 411411
432 Massage Therapist 411611 7
433 Community Worker 411711
434 Family Support Worker 411713
435 Residential Care Officer 411715
436 Youth Worker 411716
437 Child Care Worker 421111
438 Out of School Hours Care Worker 421114
439 Hotel Service Manager 431411
440 Beauty Therapist 451111
441 Tour Guide 451412
442 Travel Consultant 451612
443 Flight Attendant 451711
444 Diving Instructor (Open Water) 452311
445 Other Sports Coach or Instructor (Wushu Martial Arts Coach or Yoga Instructor Only) 452317 14
446 Sports Development Officer 452321
447 Contract Administrator 511111
448 Program or Project Administrator 511112
449 Office Manager 512111
450 Legal Secretary 521212
451 Conveyancer 599111
452 Clerk of Court 599211
453 Insurance Loss Adjuster 599612
454 Clinical Coder 599915
455 Insurance Agent 611211
456 Retail Buyer 639211 6

 

Applicable Circumstances

  1. For the purposes of paragraph 2.72(9)(d) of the Regulations, the Applicable Circumstances List in the table under subsection (2) sets out the circumstances for determining whether an occupation listed in column 1 of an item of the Core Skills Occupation List applies to a Core Skills stream nominee.
  2. The following table is the Applicable Circumstances List.
Applicable Circumstances List
Item Column 1
Circumstance
1 (a) the position has nominated annual earnings of less than AUD180,001; and
(b) if the nominee is to be transferred to fill the position—the transfer is not an intra-corporate transfer to which an international trade obligation applies.
2 The position is a clerical, bookkeeper or accounting clerk position.
3 The position is involved in mass production in a factory setting.
4 The position is in a limited service restaurant.
5 The position predominantly involves responsibility for low-skilled tasks.
Example 1: Fruit picking or packing or feeding of livestock or animals.
Example 2: Truck driving.
6 The position:
(a) is based in a front-line retail setting; or
(b) predominantly involves direct client transactional interaction on a regular basis; or
(c) predominantly involves selling educational courses to individual students; or
(d) is based in a call centre and does not require a significant technical knowledge of products.
7 The position:
(a) is not a full-time position; or
(b) is not based in a therapeutic setting; or
(c) involves the provision of non-medical relaxation massage; or
(d) is in a retail setting.
8 The position:
(a) is not located in a commercial building or shopping centre environment; or
(b) predominantly involves managing the provision of only one particular service to a facility or managing one particular relationship.Example: Managing the cleaning contract for a facility but not other contracts relevant to the facility.
9 The position relates to retail mobile phone repairs or other small consumer mobile devices including tablets, smart watches, handheld gaming devices, portable media players etc.
10 The position relates to mass or standardised production (as opposed to specialist
production), including the following:
(a) a position based in a franchise or factory;
(b) a position that:
(i) involves full or partial production of food product for distribution to another location; or
(ii) predominantly involves the use of pre-prepared food product from another location.
11 The position is in a business that has an annual turnover of less than AUD1,000,000.
12 (a) the position is in a business that has an annual turnover of less than AUD1,000,000; and
(b) if the nominee is to be transferred to fill the position—the transfer is not an intra-corporate transfer to which an international trade obligation applies.
(c) the position is in a business that has fewer than 5 employees; and
(i) if the nominee is to be transferred to fill the position—the transfer is not an intra-corporate transfer to which an international trade obligation applies.
13 The position is in a business that has fewer than 5 employees.
14 The position is not provided for under an International Trade Obligation.
15 The position has nominated annual earnings of less than AUD120,000.

Source for the above CSOL information:

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/Documents/core-sol.pdf

Please note that the CSOL is subject to change and is current on today’s date- 25 January 2025.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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New Australian National Innovation Visa to be Introduced on 7 December 2024

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What is the Australian National Innovation Visa Program?

The Australian Government recently announced that the new National Innovation visa program will be introduced on 7 December 2024. It is intended to attract highly talented individuals in the fields of investment, research and entrepreneurship to facilitate entry into Australia for high-performing individuals to contribute to Australian society and the Australian economy.

The Australian National Innovation visa program will replace the Global Talent visa as well as the Business Innovation and Investor visa program which was abolished in July 2024.

The Australian National Innovation visa program will most likely incorporate three separate and distinct streams including:

  1. High-performing entrepreneurs with proven records of business success;
  2. Major investors ready and able to invest substantial amounts in the development of an Australian enterprise; and
  3. Global researchers who have made significant research contributions.

The visa program is intended to facilitate visa holders to establish or expand business ventures, investment activity or innovative entrepreneurial developments in Australia. Through the introduction of this visa program, the Australian Government hopes to strengthen Australia’s focus on business and technological innovation.

What are the Intended National Innovation Visa Requirements?

Whilst the Australian Government has not yet confirmed the exact requirements of the National Innovation visa, it is thought that three separate streams will exist with different visa requirements that applicants will be required to meet in order to be eligible for this visa.

It is also expected that the Australian Government will introduce a two stage process of applicants firstly being required to lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) application and then wait to be invited by the Australian Government to apply for the visa.

It seems that the following visa requirements can be expected:

High-Performing Entrepreneurs & Individuals:

For entrepreneurs:
  • Visa applicants will be required to demonstrate financial capacity to conduct business operations in Australia and meet the related initial costs of establishing the business in Australia.
  • Visa applicants will be required to prove a successful track record of business activity, innovation and growth.
  • Visa applicants will likely be required to provide a detailed business plan for conducting business activities in Australia and evidence of how this will benefit the the Australian economy.
For high performing individuals:
  • Those who are exceptionally talented in their field, such as athletes, artists and creatives who can prove international recognition may be eligible for this visa.

Major Investors

  • The Australian Government is yet to announce exact figures, however applicants for this visa stream will be required to commit to a significant investment in Australian business or industries.
  • Visa applicants will be required to provide a detailed investment plan as to how their investment will benefit Australian businesses and/or industries.
  • Visa applicants will likely be required to provide evidence of their finances and proof of funds.

Global Researchers

  • Visa applicants for this stream will need to show a strong record of research contributions, journal articles and academic publications to be eligible for this visa stream.
  • Visa applicants will need to provide strong recognition of research in their particular field.
  • Visa applicants will likely need to provide evidence of how their previous and planned research will strongly benefit Australia.

How can I apply?

The Australian Government is currently finalising the details of the National Innovation visa program and implementation is expected on 7 December 2024. Applications for this visa program have not yet opened.

We will advise as soon as this visa program is introduced and look forward to assisting talented individuals looking to make Australia their home in arranging their National Innovation visa application.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.

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SKILLS IN DEMAND VISA- ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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With Australia’s work visa landscape on the verge of significant change with the abolition of the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS)(subclass 482) visa program and introduction of the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, additional information has been provided by the Australian Government regarding the SID visa. The new visa is intended to revolutionise the Australian visa work visa program and better address genuine skills shortage in the Australian labour market.

In our previous article regarding initial requirements for the Skills in Demand visa, we mentioned the three streams, namely:

  • The Specialist Skills Pathway for applicants earning a base salary of over AU$135,000 per annum in specific fields;
  • The Core Skills Pathway for applicants earning a base salary of over AU$73,150 which will largely mirror the TSS subclass 482 visa and will require applicants to have an occupation on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL); and
  • The Essential Skills Pathway designed for specific industries with immediate labour shortages.

The additional changes to the replacement SID Australian work visa program include the following:

  1. Work experience requirement: Under the SID visa, applicants will only be required to have one year of relevant work experience, leading to increased accessibility for skilled overseas professionals.
  2. Increased flexibility to transfer sponsors: Under the SID visa, holders will have greater potential for mobility with 180 days given to find a new sponsor.
  3. Skilling Australia Fund visa levy: In order to reflect the greater flexibility of visa applicants under the SID program being able to transfer employers, the Australian Government has stated that the Skilling Australia Fund levy which currently is required to be paid up front for all the years of visa sponsorship will instead be able to be paid in instalments.
  4. Australian Permanent Residency will not reset when transferring employers: Under the SID visa, the Australian Government has stated that time counted towards permanent residency will not reset when a visa holder changes employers as it does under the current system.
  5. Public Register of Approved Sponsors: The Australian Government will introduce a public database of approved sponsors intended to increase transparency of standard business sponsorship.

The introduction of the SID visa in the near future will usher in a host of changes to the Australian work visa program. It will provide a wider pool of applicants where only one year or work experience is required and increased flexibility for visa applicants transferring employers. We look forward to guiding our clients through the new requirements when sponsoring skilled overseas employees through the SID visa program.

Disclaimer:

The information on this website is intended only to provide a summary and general overview on relevant matters. It is not intended to be comprehensive nor does it constitute legal advice. You are advised to seek legal or other professional advice before acting or relying on any of the content contained in this website.