Income Thresholds for Skilled Visas to Rise by 4.6% Starting 1 July 2025 – What This Means for You
Australia’s Department of Home Affairs has announced a key update: skilled visa income thresholds will rise by 4.6% starting 1 July 2025. This change is part of the Australian Government’s ongoing Migration Strategy, reflecting recommendations from the Migration Review and ensuring skilled migrants are paid fairly—on par with Australian workers. Why the Increase? The update aligns with annual changes to the Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings (AWOTE), a key indicator of wage growth in Australia. The goal? To: What’s Changing? Here are the specific threshold changes taking effect from 1 July 2025: 1. Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT) 2. Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) 3. Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) Important Note: New nomination applications submitted on or after 1 July 2025 must meet either the new income threshold or the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) — whichever is higher. Who is NOT Affected? If you’re: This change won’t apply to you. Your existing conditions remain valid. Our Recommendation (As Migration Consultants) Whether you’re a skilled professional planning to apply, or an employer looking to sponsor international talent, this is a crucial time to: Need Expert Guidance? As Registered Migration Consultants, we’re here to help you navigate these changes confidently. Contact us today for a personalized assessment and migration strategy.
