Repealed Visas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.

Historical visa information
Transition pathway guidance
Existing holder support
Replacement visa options
Legal compliance assistance
Comprehensive visa history

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Repealed Visa Types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.

Subclass 808

Temporary Activity Visa - COVID-19

For people working in critical sectors during the COVID-19 pandemic (Australian Government endorsed events).

Subclass 408

Temporary Skill Shortage (Short-term)

For skilled workers in occupations on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (replaced by new TSS visa).

Subclass 482

Temporary Skill Shortage (Medium-term)

For skilled workers in occupations on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (replaced by new TSS visa).

Subclass 482

Temporary Skill Shortage (Labour Agreement)

For skilled workers under a labour agreement (replaced by new TSS visa).

Subclass 482

Temporary Graduate (Replacement Stream)

For graduates who were unable to complete their studies due to COVID-19 travel restrictions.

Subclass 485

Skilled-Recognised Graduate Visa

For recent engineering graduates from recognized institutions to work and study in Australia.

Subclass 476

Business (Short Stay) Visa

For short-term business visitors to Australia (replaced by Visitor visa subclass 600).

Subclass 456

Business Skills (Provisional) Visa

For business people to establish or purchase a business in Australia (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).

Subclass 160/165

Business Talent (Permanent) Visa

For high-caliber business people to establish or purchase a business in Australia (replaced by Business Innovation and Investment Program).

Subclass 132

Distinguished Talent Visa

For people with exceptional and outstanding achievements (replaced by Global Talent visa subclass 858).

Subclass 124

Domestic Worker (Temporary) Diplomatic and Consular Visa

For domestic workers employed by diplomatic and consular staff in Australia.

Subclass 426

Domestic Worker (Temporary) Executive Visa

For domestic workers employed by senior executives in Australia.

Subclass 427

Electronic Travel Authority (Business Entrant)

For business visitors from eligible countries (replaced by new ETA system).

Subclass 956/977

Electronic Travel Authority (Visitor)

For tourists from eligible countries (replaced by new ETA system).

Subclass 976

Employer Nomination Scheme

For skilled workers sponsored by Australian employers (replaced by Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186).

Subclass 121/856

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).

Subclass 845

Exchange Visa

For people participating in approved exchange programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 411

Foreign Government Agency Visa

For people working for foreign government agencies in Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 415

Government Agreement Visa

For people working under government agreements (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 406

Labour Agreement Visa

For skilled workers under labour agreements (replaced by Employer Nomination Scheme subclass 186).

Subclass 120/855

Media and Film Staff Visa

For people working in media and film production (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 423

Medical Practitioner Visa

For medical practitioners to work in Australia (replaced by Temporary Skill Shortage visa subclass 482).

Subclass 422

Medical Treatment (Short Stay) Visa

For short-term medical treatment in Australia (replaced by Medical Treatment visa subclass 602).

Subclass 675

Medical Treatment Long Stay Visa

For long-term medical treatment in Australia (replaced by Medical Treatment visa subclass 602).

Subclass 685

Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme

For skilled workers sponsored by regional employers (replaced by Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme subclass 187).

Subclass 119/857

Religious Worker Visa

For religious workers in Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 428

Retirement Visa

For people who want to retire in Australia (replaced by Investor Retirement visa subclass 405).

Subclass 410

Skilled Designated Area Sponsored Visa

For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory in designated areas (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).

Subclass 496

Skilled Independent Regional (Provisional) Visa

For skilled workers in regional Australia (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).

Subclass 495

Skilled Independent Visa

For skilled workers without sponsorship (replaced by Skilled Independent visa subclass 189).

Subclass 175/885

Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa

For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).

Subclass 475/487

Skilled Sponsored Visa

For skilled workers sponsored by state/territory (replaced by Skilled Nominated visa subclass 190).

Subclass 176

Special Program Visa

For people participating in special programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 416

Sponsored Visa

For skilled workers sponsored by family or state/territory (replaced by Skilled Regional visa subclass 489).

Subclass 886

Sport Visa

For sportspeople and support staff (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 421

Superyacht Crew Visa

For crew members of superyachts (replaced by Maritime Crew visa subclass 988).

Subclass 488

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).

Subclass 846

Temporary Work (Entertainment) Visa

For entertainers and support staff (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 420

Temporary Work (Skilled) Visa

For skilled workers sponsored by Australian employers (replaced by Temporary Skill Shortage visa subclass 482).

Subclass 457

Tourist Visa

For tourists visiting Australia (replaced by Visitor visa subclass 600).

Subclass 676

Temporary Work (Long Stay Activity) Visa

For people participating in cultural or social activities (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 401

Training and Research Visa

For people participating in training or research programs (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 402

Visiting Academic Visa

For academics visiting Australia (replaced by Temporary Activity visa subclass 408).

Subclass 419

Foreign Affairs or Defence Sector Visa

For students sponsored by foreign affairs or defence (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 576

Higher Education Sector Visa

For students in higher education courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 573

Independent ELICOS Sector Visa

For students in English language courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 570

Non Award Sector Visa

For students in non-award courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 575

Postgraduate Research Sector Visa

For students in postgraduate research courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 574

School Sector Visa

For students in school courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 571

Student Guardian Visa

For guardians of student visa holders (replaced by Student Guardian visa subclass 590).

Subclass 580

Vocational Education and Training Sector Visa

For students in vocational education and training courses (replaced by Student visa subclass 500).

Subclass 572

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