Freshness tracker · AUAustralia

ENS (subclass 186) qualifying period reduced under SID transition

In force Residency

The Employer Nomination Scheme qualifying period was reduced under the SID transition — SID holders can apply for ENS after just 2 years with their sponsor (previously 3 years under TSS). Further reduces the temporary-to-permanent pathway friction.

Who it affects

SID 482 visa holders seeking permanent residence.

Sources

Primary: Department of Home Affairs (Australia) ↗

Verified 2026-04-19 · methodology · report a correction