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Australia’s Employer-Sponsored Visa: Major Changes Effective Dec 7, 2024!




Starting from December 7, 2024, the new Skills in Demand (SID) visa will replace the current Temporary Skill Shortage (482 visa). Alongside this, the updated CSOL will apply to both the SID visa and the 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (Direct Entry).

🔑 Key Updates:1️⃣ Expanded Occupation List: The number of eligible occupations for the 186 Direct Entry pathway has grown from 216 to 456, opening up more opportunities for professionals to gain permanent residency via employer sponsorship.2️⃣ New SID List Applicability: The SID list will be used for both the SID visa and the 186 Direct Entry pathway.

🔍 Popular Occupations Still on the List:

  • Management Roles: Finance Manager, Human Resource Manager, Construction Project Manager

  • Supply Chain: Supply and Distribution Manager

  • Accounting & Finance: Accountant (General), Taxation Accountant, Management Accountant, Internal Auditor, Finance Broker

  • Marketing & Sales: Marketing Specialist, Public Relations Professional, Technical Sales Representatives nec

  • Technical Fields: Program or Project Administrator, most IT and engineering occupations

  • Hospitality: Chef, Cook

  • Other Occupations: Massage Therapist

⚠️ Removed Occupations:

  • Café or Restaurant Manager

  • Conference and Event Organisers

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