Effective 11 March 2026, the Australian Government introduced major changes to the Training Visa (Subclass 407) application process. The new rules significantly change how employers and trainees must apply, with a stronger focus on compliance, genuine occupational training, and migration integrity.
No More Concurrent Lodgement for 407 Visa Applications
One of the biggest changes is the removal of concurrent lodgement.
Previously, employers could submit:
- Sponsorship application
- Nomination application
- Visa application
all at the same time.
Under the new regulations, this is no longer allowed.
Applicants can no longer lodge a Subclass 407 visa application while the nomination is still pending. Each stage must now be fully approved before the next step can begin.
Why the Australian Government Changed the 407 Visa Process
The Department of Home Affairs introduced these changes to reduce what it calls “permanent temporariness.”
The goal is to ensure the Training Visa (Subclass 407) is used strictly for genuine occupational training and structured skills development.
The updated process also aims to:
- Prevent misuse of temporary visas
- Reduce long-term dependency on repeated temporary stays
- Protect visa applicants from exploitation
- Ensure employers provide legitimate training programs
New Training Visa (Subclass 407) Application Process
Employers and applicants must now follow this exact sequence:
| Step | Action | Responsibility | Requirement |
| 1 | Sponsor Application | Employer | Must be an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor (TAS). |
| 2 | Nomination Application | Employer | The employer lodges a nomination including a structured training plan. |
| 3 | Visa Application | Applicant | Both TAS and nomination must be granted before visa lodgement. |
Important Note for Onshore Applicants
Applicants currently in Australia should carefully monitor their visa expiry dates.
A Bridging Visa is only granted after a valid visa application is lodged. Because applicants must now wait for sponsorship and nomination approvals first, they must ensure they maintain lawful visa status during the waiting period.
Key Takeaways for Employers and Applicants
Plan Ahead
Processing times may become longer due to the new sequential application process. Employers and applicants should start preparations early.
Check Sponsorship Validity
Businesses should confirm their Temporary Activities Sponsorship (TAS) remains active before lodging a nomination.
Ensure Full Compliance
Any Subclass 407 visa application lodged without an approved nomination will be considered invalid.
What This Means
These changes reflect Australia’s broader effort to strengthen migration integrity while ensuring training visas deliver genuine workplace skills development.
For employers and international trainees, careful planning and compliance will now be more important than ever when applying for the Australian Training Visa (Subclass 407).