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11 May 2026
Annual indexation of the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) as of 1 July 2026
The Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) applicable to the Skills in Demand (subclass 482) and Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) programs will increase from...
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27 February 2026
Increase on minimum income thresholds for employer sponsored visas – 482 & 186
From 1 July 2026, the Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) and the Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) will increase as part of the annual indexation process under Australia’s employer sponsored...
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28 November 2025
Employer-Sponsored Visa Pathways in Australia: Skills in Demand (subclass 482) vs Employer Nominated (subclass 186) Explained
Australia’s skilled migration program can be very helpful for businesses facing skill shortages. Employer-sponsored visas allow organisations to sponsor overseas workers while offering workers a pathway to obtain permanent residency...
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5 November 2025
Passing visa sponsorship costs to sponsored workers
This article provides a clear and practical guide to the requirements surrounding sponsorship costs under Australian migration law. It explains the legal framework, outlines employer obligations, and clarifies what practices...
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21 October 2025
Employer’s Guide to Sponsoring Workers on a Skills in Demand (Subclass 482) Visa
The Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482) is a temporary visa that allows employers to sponsor skilled overseas workers for roles they cannot fill locally. This guide outlines the key...
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