​​​​​Requirements for the SID Visa

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The following outlines general eligibility requirements. Specific criteria will vary depending on the stream.

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As the sponsoring employer, the business must generally:

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• Be lawfully and actively operating and financially capable of employing the nominee for the duration of the visa

• Nominate a genuine, full-time position in an eligible occupation listed under the relevant stream (Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) for Core Skills Stream, Major Groups 1,2,4,5 or 6 of Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZCO) for Specialist Skills Stream, or specified occupation under the terms of a Labour Agreement)

• Provide a written employment contract (unless exempt)

• Ensure that the employment conditions are no less favourable than those offered to Australian workers in similar roles

• Meet the applicable salary requirements, including both the Annual Market Salary Rate (AMSR) and the minimum salary threshold for the selected stream

• Conduct Labour Market Testing (LMT) by advertising the role for a minimum period, unless exempt (e.g. under an International Trade Obligation)

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As the visa applicant, you will need to:

• Genuinely intend to work in the nominated position

• Hold the relevant qualifications and/or work experience for the position (A formal skills assessment may be required)

• Have at least one year of full-time work experience (or equivalent part-time) within the past five years in the nominated position

• Meet any licensing, registration, or professional membership requirements applicable to the occupation

• Meet the English language requirements, such as:

  • IELTS: Minimum score of 5 in each band

  • PTE Academic: Minimum score of 36 in each component

  • or you may be exempt if you have completed at least five years of full-time study in a secondary or higher education institution where instruction was in English

• Hold suitable health insurance for this visa

• Meet health and character requirements

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