Skilled Visa Salary Requirements to Change from 1 July 2026

These thresholds set the minimum salaries employers must pay when sponsoring overseas workers.

Key updates:

• Core Skills Income Threshold (CSIT): $76,515 → $79,499 per year
• Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT): $76,515 → $79,499 per year
• Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT): $141,210 → $146,717 per year

These changes affect both employers and visa applicants, influencing nomination preparation, salary compliance, and the timing of visa applications.

Want to know how this impacts you or your business?

Visit our migration website for the full article and expert guidance: Skilled Visa Salary Requirements: CSIT, SSIT and TSMIT Thresholds Increasing from 1 July 2026, or consult with our Sydney immigration lawyers for tailored advice.