Australia Modifies Temporary Residence Visa Rules

Australia has changed the rules for a special visa that lets skilled workers live and work there permanently.

This visa, called the Temporary Residence Transition visa, now requires workers to complete their work experience with a special sponsor.

The new rules start on November 29, 2025.

Workers must have worked for at least two years with a sponsor to qualify.

If they have a certain type of visa, they can work for any company for six months starting in December 2024, and this work can count towards their visa requirements.

Employers need to check the work history of these workers if they want to sponsor them for a permanent visa.