Important changes have been introduced affecting the validity requirements for Subclass 407 Training Visa applications under the Migration Amendment (Training Visas—Sponsorship Requirements) Regulations 2026.
The legislative instrument was registered on the Federal Register of Legislation effective from 11 March 2026, and the changes apply to all Subclass 407 visa applications lodged on or after this date.
These amendments update the requirements in Schedule 1 of the Migration Regulations 1994, specifically subclause 1238(3), and clarify the sponsorship and nomination approvals that must be in place before a Subclass 407 visa application can be lodged.
Key Changes to Subclass 407 Visa Validity Requirements
The amendments repeal and replace table items 4 and 5 in subclause 1238(3) of the Migration Regulations.
Under the updated regulations, a valid Subclass 407 Training Visa application must now include:
- An approved Temporary Activities Sponsor, and
- A current approved nomination for a program of occupational training, where the sponsor is not a Commonwealth Government agency.
These requirements must be satisfied at the time the Subclass 407 visa application is lodged.
This change clarifies the framework for Subclass 407 visa sponsorship and nomination requirements and reinforces the need for the appropriate approvals to be in place before submitting a visa application.
What the 407 Visa Changes Mean for Applicants and Sponsors
The amendments make it clear that sponsorship approval and nomination approval must already be granted before a Subclass 407 visa application is lodged.
In practice, the process will generally involve the following steps:
- The organisation first obtains approval as a Temporary Activities Sponsor.
- The sponsor lodges and receives approval for the training nomination where required.
- The visa applicant lodges the Subclass 407 Training Visa application once these approvals are in place.
If the sponsorship or nomination approval has not yet been granted at the time of lodgement, the application may not meet the validity requirements for a Subclass 407 visa and may not be accepted for processing.
For employers and applicants planning workplace training programs, these Subclass 407 visa changes highlight the importance of ensuring the correct approvals are obtained before proceeding with the visa application.
When Do the New 407 Visa Rules Apply?
The updated Subclass 407 visa validity requirements apply to all visa applications lodged on or after 11 March 2026.
Sponsors and applicants preparing a Subclass 407 Training Visa application should review their application plans carefully to ensure that the required sponsorship and nomination approvals are already in place before lodging the visa application.
Taking the correct steps in the proper order is essential to avoid issues with visa application validity or processing delays.
Need Advice on the New Subclass 407 Visa Requirements?
Changes to Subclass 407 visa sponsorship and nomination requirements can affect whether a visa application is accepted for processing. Ensuring that the correct approvals are in place before lodging a visa application is critical.
If you are planning to apply for a Subclass 407 Training Visa or sponsor a trainee, NB Migration Law can assist you in reviewing your circumstances and advising on the steps required under the updated regulations.
Our team can help you:
- Assess whether your sponsorship approval is already in place
- Confirm whether a training nomination approval is required
- Ensure your Subclass 407 visa application meets the updated validity requirements
Contact NB Migration Law today to discuss your situation and determine what actions may be required before lodging your Subclass 407 visa application.