Skills In Demand

The Subclass 482 has been reformed as Skills In Demand (SID) visa is an Australian visa that allows employers to sponsor skilled workers from overseas to fill temporary skill shortages in their workforce. Here's a brief overview according to different stream:

The Core Skills Stream of the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa is designed to address Australia's skills shortages by allowing employers to sponsor skilled workers for occupations listed on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). Here are the key points:

1. Occupation List: The CSOL includes 456 occupations across various industries such as construction, agriculture, cyber security, health, and education.

2. Income Threshold: Applicants must be offered a salary of at least AUD $73,150 per year, which is indexed annually.

3. Work Experience: Applicants need at least one year of relevant work experience in their nominated occupation or a related field.

4. Skills Assessment: A skills assessment may be required for certain occupations.

5. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must meet English language requirements with an IELTS score (or equivalent) of level 5 overall, with a minimum of 5 in each component score

6.       Pathway to Permanent Residency: The Core Skills Stream provides a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) Temporary Residence Transition Stream after working for the employer for at least 2 years full time.

This stream aims to streamline the process for skilled migrants and ensure that critical skill shortages are addressed effectively.

The Specialist Skills Stream of the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (subclass 482) is designed for highly skilled migrants in higher-income roles. Here are the key points:

1.       Occupation List: Unlike the Core Skills Stream, the Specialist Skills Stream does not have a fixed occupation list. Instead, it includes any occupation from the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) Major Groups 1, 2, 4, 5, or 6, excluding trades, machinery operators, and labourers.

2.       Income Threshold: The salary for this stream must meet the Specialist Skills Income Threshold, which is currently set at AUD $135,000 per year.

3.       Work Experience: Applicants need at least one year of relevant work experience in their nominated occupation or a related field.

4.       Skills Assessment: A skills assessment may be required for certain occupations.

5. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must meet English language requirements with an IELTS score (or equivalent) of level 5 overall, with a minimum of 5 in each component score

6.       Pathway to Permanent Residency: The Core Skills Stream provides a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) Temporary Residence Transition Stream after working for the employer for at least 2 years full time.

This stream aims to attract highly skilled professionals to fill critical roles in Australia's economy.

The Labour Agreement Stream of the Skills in Demand (SID) Visa (subclass 482) is designed for skilled workers nominated by employers who have a Labour Agreement with the Australian Government. Here are the key points:

1. Labour Agreement: This stream requires a Labour Agreement between the employer and the Australian Government, which outlines the terms and conditions of employment for the nominated position.

2. Occupation: The nominated occupation must be specified in the Labour Agreement.

3. Work Experience: Applicants need at least 12 months of relevant full-time work experience, or equivalent part-time or casual work, within the last 5 years.

4. Skills Assessment: A skills assessment may be required for certain occupations.

5. English Language Proficiency: Applicants must meet the minimum English language requirements unless exempt.

6. Duration: The visa allows the holder to stay in Australia for up to 4 years, depending on the terms of the Labour Agreement. Hong Kong passport holders may stay up to 5 years.

7. Pathway to Permanent Residency: The Labour Agreement Stream provides a pathway to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) Temporary Residence Transition Stream after working for the employer for at least 2 years full time.

This stream is tailored to meet specific labour needs of employers and ensures that skilled workers can contribute to sectors with critical shortages.