Key mid-2025 salary updates for foreign worker permits
Australia
From 1 July 2025, income thresholds increase: Core and TSMIT—AUD 76,515; Specialist—AUD 141,210. Superannuation rises to 12%. Employers must maintain guaranteed earnings in line with market rates, especially for visa subclasses 482 and 494.
Belarus
Between 1 May and 31 July 2025, sponsoring a spouse requires BYN 2,598.01 per month. Additional income is needed per child, based on age. These support levels are reviewed quarterly and apply to all dependent sponsorship applications.
France
Effective 16 June 2025, minimum annual salaries for Talent permits were adjusted. For instance, Qualified Employees now require €35,891. Other categories like Blue Card and Legal Representative have distinct thresholds. Only fixed, taxed, and payslip-listed benefits may be included.
Georgia
From 2 May 2025, the minimum salary for foreign workers rose to GEL 1,301.50. Benefits may count only if fixed in the contract and not paid in kind. Holiday allowances are excluded. Reductions are allowed if this threshold is maintained.
Norway
From 1 September 2025, bachelor-level roles require NOK 522,600 per year; master’s-level roles need NOK 599,200. Employers must also comply with collective or market salary rates. Benefits aren’t counted towards minimum pay, and the new thresholds apply to all applications and renewals.
Sweden
As of 17 June 2025, the national work permit threshold increased to SEK 29,680 per month (80% of the median wage). This excludes Blue Card, ICT, and seasonal permit holders, who are governed by different salary criteria.
Uzbekistan
From 1 August 2025, the monthly minimum salary for work permits and accreditation cards rises to UZS 1,271,000. This change ensures foreign workers meet updated employment standards and applies to both new and current permit holders.