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...
Read MoreEmployer-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...
Read MorePassing 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...
Read MoreEmployer’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...
Read MoreSalary Thresholds Increasing for Sponsored Work Visas as of 1 July 25
The Australian Government has announced updates to skilled visa income thresholds, effective as of 1 July 2025. These changes, driven by the annual Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings (AWOTE) indexation,...
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