From 1st July 2026, the Core Skills Income Threshold will be increased to $76,499pa. Unless a clear exemption in the migration regulations or a labour agreement applies, this is the minimum base salary before superannuation that a sponsored foreign worker must be paid.
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Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold Increased to $73,150pa
16
Mar
From 1st July 2024, the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold increased to $73,150pa. Unless a clear exemption in the migration regulations or a labour agreement applies, this is the minimum base salary before superannuation that a sponsored foreign worker must be paid.
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Change to Minimum Salary for Foreign Workers to $70,000pa
11
Aug
Effective 1 July 2023, Australia has raised the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) to $70,000 per annum plus superannuation. This update carries significant implications for both employers and skilled migrants.