Repealed Visas
Information about Australian visas that are no longer available for new applications. We provide guidance for existing holders and help identify transition pathways to current visa options.
Important Notice
These visas are no longer available for new applications. Existing holders should contact us for guidance on transition pathways and compliance requirements.
Who We Help
- Existing visa holders only
- Transition pathway requirements
- Replacement visa eligibility
- Historical documentation
- Compliance with current laws
How We Help
- Historical visa analysis and guidance
- Transition pathway planning
- Replacement visa applications
- Compliance and legal support
- Documentation and evidence preparation
Repealed Visa Types
Confirmatory (Residence) Visa
For people who believe they are Australian citizens or permanent residents but need confirmation.
Temporary Activity Visa - COVID-19
For people working in critical sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic (Australian Government endorsed events).
Temporary Skill Shortage (Short-term)
For skilled workers in occupations on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (replaced by new TSS visa).
Temporary Skill Shortage (Medium-term)
For skilled workers in occupations on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (replaced by new TSS visa).
Temporary Skill Shortage (Labour Agreement)
For skilled workers under a labour agreement (replaced by new TSS visa).
Temporary Graduate (Replacement Stream)
For graduates who were unable to complete their studies due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.
Skilled-Recognised Graduate Visa
For recent engineering graduates from recognized institutions to work and study in Australia.
Business (Short Stay) Visa
For short-term business visitors to Australia (replaced by Visitor visa subclass 600).
Business Skills (Provisional) Visa
For business people to establish or purchase a business in Australia (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).
Business Talent (Permanent) Visa
For high-caliber business people to establish or purchase a business in Australia (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).
Distinguished Talent Visa
For people with exceptional and outstanding achievements (replaced by Global Talent visa subclass 858).
Domestic Worker (Temporary) Diplomatic and Consular Visa
For domestic workers employed by diplomatic and consular staff in Australia.
Domestic Worker (Temporary) Executive Visa
For domestic workers employed by senior executives in Australia.
Electronic Travel Authority (Business Entrant)
For business visitors from eligible countries (replaced by new ETA system).
Electronic Travel Authority (Visitor)
For tourists from eligible countries (replaced by new ETA system).
Employer Nomination Scheme
For skilled workers sponsored by Australian employers (replaced by Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186).
Established Business in Australia Visa
For business people who have operated a business in Australia for at least 18 months (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).
Exchange Visa
For people participating in approved exchange programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Foreign Government Agency Visa
For people working for foreign government agencies in Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Government Agreement Visa
For people working under government agreements (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Labour Agreement Visa
For skilled workers under labour agreements (replaced by Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186).
Media and Film Staff Visa
For people working in media and film production (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Medical Practitioner Visa
For medical practitioners to work in Australia (replaced by Temporary Skill Shortage visa subclass 482).
Medical Treatment (Short Stay) Visa
For short-term medical treatment in Australia (replaced by Medical Treatment visa subclass 602).
Medical Treatment Long Stay Visa
For long-term medical treatment in Australia (replaced by Medical Treatment visa subclass 602).
Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme
For skilled workers sponsored by regional employers (replaced by Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme subclass 187).
Religious Worker Visa
For religious workers in Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Retirement Visa
For people who want to retire in Australia (replaced by Investor Retirement visa subclass 405).
Skilled Designated Area Sponsored Visa
For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory in designated areas (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).
Skilled Independent Regional (Provisional) Visa
For skilled workers in regional Australia (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).
Skilled Independent Visa
For skilled workers without sponsorship (replaced by Skilled Independent visa subclass 189).
Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa
For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).
Skilled Sponsored Visa
For skilled workers sponsored by state/territory (replaced by Skilled Nominated visa subclass 190).
Special Program Visa
For people participating in special programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Sponsored Visa
For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).
Sport Visa
For sportspeople and support staff (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Superyacht Crew Visa
For crew members of superyachts (replaced by Maritime Crew visa subclass 988).
State or Territory Sponsored Regional Established Business Visa
For business people sponsored by state/territory in regional areas (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).
Temporary Work (Entertainment) Visa
For entertainers and support staff (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Temporary Work (Skilled) Visa
For skilled workers sponsored by Australian employers (replaced by Temporary Skill Shortage visa subclass 482).
Tourist Visa
For tourists visiting Australia (replaced by Visitor visa subclass 600).
Temporary Work (Long Stay Activity) Visa
For people participating in cultural or social activities (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Training and Research Visa
For people participating in training or research programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Visiting Academic Visa
For academics visiting Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).
Foreign Affairs or Defence Sector Visa
For students sponsored by foreign affairs or defence (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
Higher Education Sector Visa
For students in higher education courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
Independent ELICOS Sector Visa
For students in English language courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
Non Award Sector Visa
For students in non-award courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
Postgraduate Research Sector Visa
For students in postgraduate research courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
School Sector Visa
For students in school courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
Student Guardian Visa
For guardians of student visa holders (replaced by Student Guardian visa subclass 590).
Vocational Education and Training Sector Visa
For students in vocational education and training courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).
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