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A specialist is someone with special expertise doing work that requires advanced knowledge, usually backed by a higher education degree (or equivalent experience) and a salary above the published threshold.
The specialist route is for people performing work that requires special expertise, such as senior IT and other highly skilled roles. Typically this means a higher education degree, or equivalent expertise gained through work experience.
There is also a salary requirement that is updated each year. For 2026 the minimum monthly salary level is set by Migri, and your employer must verify both your expertise and the terms of your employment.
If you do not meet the specialist criteria, another work-based permit category may fit your situation instead. Check the current salary threshold and confirm your role qualifies before applying.
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