From July 2025, the Specialist Skills Income Threshold (SSIT) sets a higher salary benchmark for certain 482 visa roles. Learn how it affects employers.
Quick Answer
The SSIT is set at AU$141,210 from July 2025. Employers hiring under the 482 Specialist Skills stream must pay at least this amount, or the market rate if higher.
Why SSIT Matters
- Designed to target top-tier, highly skilled roles.
- Affects industries like IT, engineering, finance, and advanced manufacturing.
- Ensures sponsored roles do not undercut Australian wages.
Employer Impact
- Higher payroll costs for specialist roles.
- Stronger competition for global talent.
- Clearer benchmark for high-skilled occupations.
Example
A Sydney fintech firm hired a data scientist under the 482 Specialist stream, meeting the SSIT threshold and attracting a candidate they couldn’t find locally.
Hiring high-skilled professionals?
Seven Corp can help you navigate the SSIT rules.