he Skills in Demand Visa has replaced the Temporary Skill Shortage (subclass 482) Visa from 7 December 2024, moving to a three-tiered system for applicants based on their annual earnings and occupation. This new Skills in Demand visa aims to address labour market needs and introduces several significant changes for temporary skilled migrant workers, including more time to find another sponsor if their employment is terminated, and a clearer pathway to apply for permanent residency. Skill shortages will now be independently verified, and employers will have more incentive to attract and retain skilled workers