AustraliaSkills in Demand (subclass 482), ENS (subclass 186)
Australia raises Skills in Demand income thresholds
In effect since 1 Jul 2026Sources checked 28 Oct 2026
For nominations lodged from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 the Core Skills Income Threshold is AUD79,423, up from AUD76,515, and the Specialist Skills Income Threshold is AUD146,576, up from AUD141,210.
Who it affects
Employers nominating workers for subclass 482 and 186 visas
What the official source says
“AUD79,423 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027.”
“AUD146,576 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2026 and 30 June 2027.”
“AUD76,515 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.”
“AUD141,210 for Nomination applications lodged on and between 1 July 2025 and 30 June 2026.”
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