Australia Updates Job Subsidy Program Eligibility Rules
For individuals relocating to Australia, this means that specific costs like migration-focused skills assessments or renewing professional licenses will no longer be covered by the Job Subsidy Program. It also sets limits on how much and how often you can claim other approved services.
Australia has updated the eligibility rules for its Job Subsidy Program. The new guidelines specify services that are not approved for reimbursement under the program.
Certain services, including migration-only skills assessments and the renewal of existing licenses, are now excluded. Approved Job Connect claimants can seek reimbursement once per service type within a 12-month period. A maximum claim of $10,000 will apply from October 1, 2025, for services received after January 1, 2023.
These changes impact individuals seeking financial support for employment-related services as part of their relocation process to Australia, particularly those relying on the program for skills assessment or license-related costs.