Not Eligible for SID (SC 482), Can I apply for Training Visa (SC 407)?

Are you not eligible for a Skill in Demand (SID) (subclass 482) visa? Don’t worry. It’s not the end of your journey to migrate to Australia. If you are looking to build your skills and gain local experience, the Training (subclass 407) visa could be a valuable stepping stone.

What is a Training (subclass 407) visa?

The Subclass 407 Training Visa is a temporary visa that allows you to participate in workplace-based training to enhance your skills in your current occupation, field of study, or area of expertise. It is also available for structured professional development programs.

This visa can be especially helpful if:

You have not accumulated enough work experience required for a SID Subclass 482 visa;
You are seeking to gain Australian work experience;
You want to boost your competitiveness for skilled migration pathways.

What are the Key differences between Training Subclass 407 and SID Subclass 482 visas?

The Subclass 407 visa focuses on practical learning through workplace-based training, helping you build a solid foundation for future employment opportunities. In contrast, the 482 visa is intended for skilled workers and offers a longer stay in Australia, with potential pathways to permanent residency.

While both visas require sponsorship by an eligible employer, there are key differences:

Subclass 407 (Training Visa)
- Labour Market Testing: Not required.
- Pathways: This can serve as a stepping stone to a Skills in Demand (SID) Subclass 482 visa.
Subclass 482 (Skill in Demand Visa)
- Labour Market Testing: Required for certain streams.
- Pathways: Offers direct pathways to permanent residency (PR) for eligible applicants.

If you are early in your career or still developing your professional skills, the Subclass 407 visa may be a more accessible and strategic starting point, especially if your long-term goal is to apply for a 482 visa or pursue PR in Australia.

What is the Pathway to Skills in Demand (SID) (Subclass 482)?

While the Subclass 407 visa is not a direct pathway to PR, it can serve as a way to:

Gain relevant work experience in Australia;
Grow your professional network;
Strengthen your eligibility for a future Subclass 482 visa.

The work experience you gain on a Training (Subclass 407) visa can count toward a SID (Subclass 482) visa application, provided it meets the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) criteria. To be eligible for a 482 visa, your work experience must:

Have accumulated over at least 1 year within the last five years;
Be in your nominated occupation or a closely related field at the required skill level;
Be either full-time or equivalent part-time;
Be relevant to your nominated occupation as defined by the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (‘ANZSCO’).

Given the flexible nature of these requirements, work experience gained on a Training Visa (Subclass 407) will likely be recognised as long as it meets the above conditions.

How Can Agape Henry Crux Help

Whether you're exploring your options after a Subclass 482 visa refusal or strategically planning your career in Australia, the Training (Subclass 407) visa can be a great visa pathway toward your visa objective. Consult our experienced immigration lawyers at Agape Henry Crux to explore whether the Subclass 407 visa is the right option for you. Our team works with our Accredited Specialists Immigration Lawyers (s), who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.

We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. We can also help you arrange an interpreter if this isn't your language.

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