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The Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa has been officially replaced by the Skills in Demand (SID) visa (subclass 482) as of 7 December 2024. This change is part of the Australian Government’s broader migration reform to tackle national skill shortages with a more streamlined and flexible pathway.
Under this revised visa framework, skilled professionals sponsored by approved employers can live and work in Australia temporarily, with some streams providing pathways to permanent residency.
Consequently, if you were considering the TSS 482 visa, you should now explore the SID visa. Importantly, the new subclass 482 structure retains many core elements while improving processing speed and workforce alignment.
The new subclass 482 visa—now operating as the SID visa—continues to support employer-sponsored migration through several key streams:
While the stream names and structure may evolve, the aim remains: to ensure employers have access to skilled labour when no suitable Australian worker is available.
Eligibility remains similar to the TSS visa with additional focus on job market relevance:
Additionally, some sectors may require a skills assessment depending on the occupation.
Processing times for the SID visa vary by stream:
Given the new system’s emphasis on efficiency, faster decisions are expected for priority roles.
The SID visa provides substantial advantages over the old TSS system:
Furthermore, the reform aims to address long-term labour gaps across health, tech, engineering, and regional industries.
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Find answers to common questions about our Australian Work Visa services and processes. If you need further assistance, please contact us.
It is the new visa that replaced the TSS 482 on 7 December 2024, offering flexible work pathways for skilled migrants.
No. New applications now fall under the SID visa framework.
Yes, especially through the Core and Specialist Skills streams for eligible occupations.
Applications lodged before the transition will be processed under former guidelines unless notified otherwise.
Yes, your partner and children can be included and will have rights to work and study in Australia.
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