{"id":53631,"date":"2024-12-19T15:02:40","date_gmt":"2024-12-19T04:02:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/?p=53631"},"modified":"2024-12-19T15:05:05","modified_gmt":"2024-12-19T04:05:05","slug":"key-updates-of-skills-in-demand-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/absoluteimmigration.com\/news\/key-updates-of-skills-in-demand-visa","title":{"rendered":"Key Updates to the Skills in Demand visa"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"53631\" class=\"elementor elementor-53631\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-20767a4a elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"20767a4a\" data-element_type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-db2069a\" data-id=\"db2069a\" data-element_type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-75ea38c elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"75ea38c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.freepik.com\/premium-photo\/business-people-walking-talking-together-city_18750672.htm#fromView=search&#038;page=1&#038;position=3&#038;uuid=e5c737cf-c05a-48dd-bb9a-d3aa0b3140e0%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Photo credit:@\n\nfreepik<\/a><\/h2>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4d0621dd elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4d0621dd\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Department of Home Affairs has introduced key changes to Australia\u2019s skilled migration framework, aimed at addressing labour shortages and improving processes for skilled workers and employers. These changes include the introduction of the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/skills-in-demand-visa-subclass-482\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Skills in Demand (SID) visa<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\">,<\/span> modifications to the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/getting-a-visa\/visa-listing\/employer-nomination-scheme-186\/temporary-residence-transition-stream\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream<\/a><\/span> <span data-contrast=\"none\">under the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (subclass 186), and updates to the <\/span><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><a style=\"color: #ed7d31\" href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/Documents\/core-sol.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL).<\/a>\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Since implementing these changes, the government has announced key updates, clarified details, and provided additional information, which we have summarised below.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>The Skills in Demand visa replaces TSS visa<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Skills in Demand (SID) visa<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> has replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa, creating a more streamlined and efficient pathway for employers to recruit skilled workers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Key features of the SID visa<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Specialist Skills Stream<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: fast-tracks applications for highly skilled workers (processing time: <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">7 days<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Core Skills Stream:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> supports mid-income roles aligned with the Core Skills Occupation List (processing time: <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">21 days<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">).<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Labour Agreement Stream<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: tailors pathways for industries with unique workforce needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Relaxed work experience criteria<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: applicants now require <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">one year<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> of full-time equivalent work experience within the past five years.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Work flexibility for visa holders<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: subclass 482 visa holders benefit from a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">6-month grace period<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to find a new sponsor. During this period, they can undertake <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">casual employment<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> with multiple employers without affecting their visa status.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Employer financial requirements<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: employers must provide financial evidence, such as profit and loss statements or contracts, to confirm their capacity to pay the nominated salary.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"3\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Labour Market Testing (LMT)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: while there are currently no changes, a proposed extension to <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">six months<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> is pending parliamentary approval.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Changes to the Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) stream<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">TRT stream<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> under the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa (subclass 186) has been revised to offer more flexibility for skilled workers:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Work experience requirements<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: applicants can now combine work experience gained across multiple employers to meet the two-year threshold.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Application stage adjustment<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: work experience requirements are now assessed at the visa application stage rather than the nomination stage.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">These updates aim to accommodate changes in employment patterns and ensure that workers are not disadvantaged by administrative updates to occupation lists.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Revisions to the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Department of Home Affairs has updated the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL)<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> to better reflect Australia\u2019s labour market needs while balancing international obligations and workforce demand.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Removal of Caveat 14<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Previously, Caveat 14 restricted certain occupations to applicants covered under International Trade Obligations (ITOs). Its removal now allows applicants of all nationalities, including Chefs, to apply under the Skills in Demand (SID) visa and Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa. This change broadens eligibility and helps address critical workforce shortages in Australia.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">now ensures that applicants of <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">all nationalities<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> can apply for these roles under the Skills in Demand (SID) visa and the Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa. This change significantly broadens eligibility, addressing critical gaps in Australia\u2019s workforce.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Occupation-specific caveats retained<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Caveat 14 remains in place for three occupations due to labour market considerations and skill level assessments:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Other Sports Coach or Instructor<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (e.g., Wushu Martial Arts and Yoga)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"o\" data-font=\"Courier New\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:1440,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Courier New&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[9675],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;o&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Private Tutors and Teachers nec<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Department clarified that these occupations are either <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Skill Level 4 roles<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\"> (which typically do not meet inclusion criteria) or were not supported by stakeholder feedback and Jobs and Skills Australia\u2019s labour market analysis.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"2\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Clarification for Chefs<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: Concerns arose regarding the interpretation of Caveat 14 for Chefs, where it initially appeared restricted to applicants from specific ITO-covered countries. The Department has confirmed that Chef applications are <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">not limited by nationality<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, and the removal of Caveat 14 clarifies this position.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">While these updates broaden opportunities for skilled migrants, industry stakeholders have raised concerns about the continued <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">exclusion of critical trades<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u2014including plumbers and bricklayers\u2014from the CSOL. These roles remain underrepresented despite persistent workforce shortages in key sectors, such as construction and infrastructure.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The updated CSOL, effective from <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">14 December 2024<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">, highlights the government\u2019s effort to balance international obligations with local labour market priorities while ensuring a responsive skilled migration system.<\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #ed7d31\"><b>Impact on employers and skilled workers<\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h4><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The updates reflect the government\u2019s commitment to addressing Australia\u2019s workforce shortages and streamlining skilled migration pathways:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Employers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: enhanced flexibility to sponsor workers under the Skills in Demand visa, with clear requirements for demonstrating financial capacity.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><ul><li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"7\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;multilevel&quot;}\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Skilled workers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"none\">: improved eligibility for workers with varied employment histories, as well as streamlined occupation pathways.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Employers and applicants are encouraged to review the updated eligibility criteria and pathways under the Skills in Demand visa and TRT stream to ensure compliance. 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