Australia has introduced an important change to the Subclass 407 Training Visa process, and it affects how visa applications must now be lodged. 

The change comes under a new migration regulation and takes effect from 11 March 2026, meaning applicants and employers need to adjust their application strategy immediately. 

IMPORTANT: SC407 Nomination and Visa Applications have a small window today to be lodged before midnight tonight under the current rules.

What is the Subclass 407 Training Visa? 

The Subclass 407 Training Visa allows people to come to Australia for workplace-based training or professional development. 

It is often used for: 

• Improving skills in your current occupation 
• Structured workplace training programs 
• Occupational training required for registration 
• Professional development for overseas employees 

The visa can generally allow you to stay in Australia for up to 2 years while completing approved training. 

The Big Change in SC407 Training Visa: You Can No Longer Apply Everything Together

Previously, the process was more flexible. 

Applicants could lodge three applications at the same time: 

• Sponsorship application 
• Nomination application 
• 407 visa application 

As long as all approvals were granted before the visa decision, the application was valid.  

New Rule Starting Now in SC407 Training Visa

Under the new amendment, applicants must complete the process in stages. 

Before lodging a Subclass 407 visa application, the following must already be approved:

An approved Temporary Activities Sponsor, and

An approved nomination (if the sponsor is not a Commonwealth government agency) 

In simple terms: 

You cannot lodge the visa application until sponsorship and nomination are approved. 

Concurrent lodgements are no longer allowed. 

What This Means for Applicants

This change may seem small, but it can impact your visa planning. 

You should now expect: 

• Longer preparation timelines 
• More documentation required upfront 
• The need for early coordination with your sponsor 
• Possible delays if approvals are not ready 

Trying to lodge the visa without these approvals may result in invalid applications or processing delays. 

What Employers Should Do Now

If your organisation offers training programs under the 407 visa, you should review your process immediately. 

Recommended steps: 

• Confirm your business is an approved Temporary Activities Sponsor 
• Lodge nomination applications earlier than before 
• Allow extra time before the visa application can be submitted 
• Avoid planning same-day or concurrent lodgements 

Early preparation is now critical.

Wider Migration Impact

Australia’s migration system is increasingly shifting toward more structured pathways and stricter compliance requirements. 

Recent trends include: 

• Invitations required before lodging visas under the General Skilled Migration program, which can take months due to the points-tested system 
• Greater reliance on employer-sponsored or partner visa pathways for applicants wishing to remain in Australia 
• Limited options for applicants without sufficient work experience, a sponsor, or an Australian partner 
• Migration regulation changes being introduced with minimal notice, leaving employers, applicants, and agents little time to adjust 

These developments highlight the importance of early planning and staying updated with migration rule changes. 

Summary

A major rule change to the Subclass 407 Training Visa takes effect from 11 March 2026. Applicants will no longer be able to lodge sponsorship, nomination, and visa applications together. 

If you are planning an SC407 application, you may have a small window to lodge nomination and visa applications before midnight tonight under the current rules. Acting quickly could make a significant difference to your application process.

Need Help With a Subclass 407 Visa?

f you’re considering the Subclass 407 Training Visa or planning to sponsor a trainee, it’s important to understand the new requirements before applying. 

At Immigration Hotspot, our migration specialists help applicants and employers: 

• Understand the latest visa rule changes
• Prepare compliant sponsorship and nomination applications 
• Plan the right migration strategy 
• Avoid costly mistakes or invalid applications 

Book your Free Discovery Call with our team today to discuss your visa options and training program eligibility.

Plan early. Stay compliant. Stay ahead.