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Many migration professionals over the last few months were adamant the Core Skills Income Threshold (‘CSIT’), and Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (‘TSMIT’) would be $79,499 as of 1 July 2026. They calculated this incorrectly. The new threshold is $79,423.
Read MoreThe Federal Budget handed down last night has few surprises for Australia’s immigration program. Permanent migration will favour onshore visa holders, and net overseas migration is expected to slide.
Read MoreA public register of approved work sponsors, which includes standard business sponsors, and the occupations they nominate, is expected to commence within 6 months. This will provide opportunities for overseas workers, particularly those seeking a sponsor.
Read MoreFlexibility on how the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) is determined will apply to new and not finally determined nomination applications for employer-sponsored visas. It will allow alternative evidence where a Fair Work instrument, such as an award, is not the prevailing market rate.
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