Australia has identified 36 occupations that will be eligible for special visa exemptions, according to Yen News. The list was reported on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. The exemptions apply to a defined set of jobs, though the full details of the list were not included in the reporting available.
The move points to a targeted approach to visa policy, in which selected occupations are treated differently from the broader migration system. According to Yen News, the 36 roles fall under the special exemption category, setting them apart from standard visa pathways.
The reporting did not specify which occupations are on the list, which visa class the exemptions apply to, or when the arrangements take effect. It also did not state the criteria used to select the 36 jobs. Those details would be needed to assess the practical impact on employers and applicants.
What is clear from the Yen News report is the number of occupations involved and the existence of a dedicated exemption category. Further official information is expected to clarify the scope of the list and how workers in the named occupations can apply.
Watch for the full occupation list and the eligibility conditions to be published, which will show which sectors stand to benefit.