The Australian Government has introduced the Skills in Demand (SID) (subclass 482) visa to help meet Australia's skills needs. The SID visa replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa on 7 December 2024.
Australia's 2023 Migration Strategy provides clearer post-study pathways for Australia’s international students. These include opportunities to stay and work in Australia if your skills and qualifications are needed.
The new SID visa allows holders to work in Australia for up to four years and may provide a pathway to permanent residency. This will enable you to better plan for your future, in Australia or elsewhere.
To apply for the SID visa, requirements include:
The SID visa is valid for up to four years and includes three streams:
SID visa holders may be eligible to apply for a range of permanent visas, including the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) (subclass 186) visa.
The Core Skills Occupation List also applies to the Direct Entry stream of the permanent Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186) visa. This visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer, live and work in Australia permanently.
Applications for both visas are submitted online through the Department of Home Affairs website. Ensure you have all necessary documents. If applications contain incorrect information or documents are missing, there will be delays and your visa may even be refused.