Australia: Skills in Demand (SID) visa replaces TSS 482

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 00:00:00 GMT
Visa & immigration

Australia — The Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa replaced the former TSS visa on 7 December 2024 — the largest overhaul of employer-sponsored migration since 2018. Three streams: Core Skills (AUD 73,150 CSIT), Specialist Skills (AUD 135,000+), Essential Skills (Labour Agreement, rebranded for 2026). 4-year validity, direct path to PR via ENS, enhanced worker mobility.
Who it affects: All employer-sponsored temporary skilled migration from December 2024.