The recent announcement made by the Department of Home Affairs brings forth favorable tidings.

Specifically, it pertains to individuals who had doubts regarding the salary requirement for the SC191 visa after residing in SC491 for a duration of three years.

It is important to note that the absence of the income threshold in the SC191 legislative instrument had already made the matter clear. Nevertheless, confusion arose due to the department’s message regarding the salary requirement on their website.

It is crucial to understand that the assessment of visa applications should be conducted according to the guidelines outlined in the legislative instrument, despite the information posted on the department’s website.

Without the department’s intervention, further confusion could have emerged in the future. However, they have taken the initiative to clarify the situation, providing a tremendous sense of relief to all, particularly those aspiring to obtain or currently holding the 491/494 visas.