The Skills in Demand visa is Australia's new framework for employer-sponsored workers, replacing the TSS visa with three clear streams based on skills and earnings thresholds. A streamlined pathway for healthcare professionals.
Three Streams for Healthcare Workers
The Skills in Demand visa offers three streams tailored to different skill levels and earnings thresholds.
High-income pathway
Specialist Skills Stream
For workers with specialist skills and earnings at or above the Fair Work High Income Threshold. Provides a direct pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 186 visa.
Most common stream
Core Skills Stream
For workers in occupations on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) with earnings at or above the Core Skills Threshold. The primary stream for most healthcare professionals.
Aged care pathway
Essential Skills Stream
For workers in essential occupations (e.g., aged care) with earnings below the Core Skills Threshold but at or above the Essential Skills Threshold.
Key Benefits
Work in Australia
Live and work in Australia in your nominated healthcare occupation.
Family Inclusion
Include your partner and dependent children in your application.
PR Pathway
Specialist and Core Skills streams provide a pathway to permanent residency via Subclass 186.
Employer Sponsored
Must be sponsored by an approved Australian employer for a nominated position.
Visa Duration
Valid for up to 4 years, with renewal options available.
Travel Rights
Multiple entry rights — travel to and from Australia during the visa period.
Key Requirements
The Skills in Demand visa has specific eligibility criteria. Our immigration lawyers will assess your situation and advise on the best approach.
Sponsored by an approved Australian employer
Occupation listed on the relevant skills occupation list
Meet the applicable earnings threshold (Specialist, Core, or Essential)
Meet English language requirements (competent English or equivalent)
Hold relevant skills assessment or qualifications
Meet health and character requirements
Have relevant work experience in your nominated occupation
Meet the market salary rate for the nominated position
What's Changed from the 482 TSS Visa
The Skills in Demand visa replaces the TSS visa with a clearer, more structured framework:
Three clear streams based on skills and earnings
New Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)
Clearer pathway to permanent residency
Streamlined processing for priority occupations
Updated earnings thresholds for each stream
Enhanced compliance framework for sponsors
Immigration law changes frequently. Always consult an immigration lawyer for current requirements.
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