🔹 Core Skills Pathway

• The nominated position must pay at least the Core Skills Threshold – currently AUD $73,150 (increasing to AUD $76,150 from July 2025) – or the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR), whichever is higher.
• The occupation must be listed on the Core Skills Occupation List which consists of 456 occupations.

🔸 Specialist Skills Pathway

• Designed to attract highly paid specialists earning  at least AUD $141,200 .
• Fast-tracked processing with a target of 7 calendar days estimated by Department of Home Affairs.
• No occupation list required – open to global talent, executives, and advanced professionals across all sectors with those selecting occupations including ANZSCO levels 1, 2, 4, 5, and 6.
• Examples of eligible roles include cyber security specialists, corporate managers, sales and marketing managers, and more.

🔹 Labour Agreement Stream

• For employers who have a negotiated Labour Agreement with the Australian Government.
• Suitable for occupations not on the standard 482 visa stream or for industries with unique workforce shortages (e.g., aged care, agriculture, hospitality, construction).
• May include concessions to age, skills, salary, or English requirements.
• Can provide a pathway to permanent residence depending on the terms of the agreement.
• Subject to ongoing compliance and monitoring.

Eligibility & Application Process

Employer Requirements

• Hold approval as a Standard Business Sponsor or Accredited Sponsor.
• Nominate a role listed on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• Offer the CSIT or SSIT rate or market salary rate, whichever one is higher  and comply with Australian employment standards.
• Complete Labour Market Testing (LMT) unless exempt.
• Demonstrate the position is genuine and meets any industry caveats (e.g., for hospitality – not operating as a limited services restaurant or engaging in mass production of goods).

Visa Applicant Requirements

• At least 1 year of full-time/ part time or casual equivalent in the last 5 years, relevant work experience and qualifications. For some occupation and some circumstances, the work experience can be utilised in lieu of qualification, but this generally many years of experience to be provided.
• Relevant skills, qualifications, and (where required) a skills assessment.
• Meet English language, health, and character requirements.
• Hold appropriate health insurance.

Application Stages

1. Sponsorship Application – Employer applies for approval to sponsor overseas workers.
2. Nomination Application – Employer nominates the specific position.
3. Visa Application – Skilled worker lodges the visa application.

All three stages must be consistent and accurate to avoid processing delays or refusal.

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Whether you are a business seeking to sponsor overseas talent or a professional aiming to live and work in Australia, Tolic Lawyers can guide you through the process for the Subclass 482 or the upcoming Skills in Demand visa.

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