·Commonwealth of Australia·Significant change·In force
Australia replaces 482 TSS with the Skills in Demand visa
By Sam Parks · Last reviewed:
Australia launched the Skills in Demand (SID) visa, replacing the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) framework with three income-based streams.
What changed
- The SID visa has three streams: Specialist Skills (income above AUD 135,000), Core Skills (occupations on the Core Skills Occupation List and indexed income), and Essential Skills (lower-paid essential roles).
- Pathways to permanent residence through subclass 186 (ENS) were broadened for SID holders.
- Employer sponsorship, English-language, and skills-assessment requirements continue.
Routes affected
Primary source
Primary source
Department of Home Affairs — Skills in Demand visa ↗ · Australian Department of Home Affairs
Link last verified: