So, what are options for these candidates? There are a few ways around this situation:

1. If it is possible, you could come to Australia on a student visa and gain qualifications in an demand field or obtain the extra training needed for licensing/skilled assessment.
2. You can also gain new qualifications or work experience in a demand field over the next few years, which could open doors for skilled migration.
3. Another path might be to find a partner with the skills qualified to migrate to Australia.
4. Or, you may consider finding a partner in Australia – this could make your occupation not important any more.
5. Finally, if you have children, you could support them in studying an in-demand field overseas or in Australia. Once they gain PR, they could sponsor you through a parent visa.