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NSW Skills Lists for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)
NSW Skills Lists for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)
NSW Skills Lists for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491).Here’s a brief breakdown and key points for clarity and practical use:
Key Takeaways:
1.Visa 190–Permanent
Points-tested permanent residency visa.
Requires nomination by NSW and an occupation from the designated 190 list.
Targeted at individuals whose skills are critically needed across NSW, especially in sectors like:
Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.)
Healthcare (Doctors, Nurses, Therapists)
Education (School Teachers, University Lecturers)
IT (Software Developers, Analysts, ICT Security)
Trades (Electricians, Plumbers, Carpenters)
2.Visa 491–Provisional Regional
Points-tested provisional visa (leads to PR later).
Requires NSW nomination under Pathway 2 or 3 for eligible occupations from the 491 regional list.
Occupations include most from the 190 list plus additional roles:
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers (1214)
Marine Transport Professionals (2312)
Dental Practitioners (2523)
Telecommunications Trades Workers (3424)
Wood Machinists (3942)
Plant Operators (3992)
Tips for Applicants
Check Occupation Details: Even if a unit group is listed, not all occupations within it are always eligible. Always confirm individual eligibility via the Home Affairs Occupation List.
Points System:Both 190 and 491 are points-tested—aim for higher scores (typically 65+), with extra points available for:
Regional study
State nomination
Partner skills
English proficiency
Work experience
Complete NSW Skills Lists for Subclass 190 & 491 Visas
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190):
The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent visa for highly skilled individuals who can contribute to the NSW economy. To be eligible for NSW nomination, your occupation must fall within an ANZSCO unit group identified below. These groups reflect skills in high demand across New South Wales and must also be eligible for the visa as listed on the Australian Government’s Home Affairs website.
Eligible Occupations for Subclass 190:
ANZSCO Code | Unit Group Name |
1212 | Crop Farmer |
1325 | Research and Development Managers |
1331 | Construction Managers |
1332 | Engineering Managers |
1334 | Manufacturers |
1335 | Production Managers |
1341 | Child Care Centre Managers |
1342 | Health and Welfare Services Managers |
1343 | School Principals |
1351 | ICT Managers |
2321 | Architects and Landscape Architects |
2322 | Surveyors and Spatial Scientists |
2326 | Urban and Regional Planners |
2331 | Chemical and Materials Engineers |
2332 | Civil Engineering Professionals |
2333 | Electrical Engineers |
2334 | Electronics Engineers |
2335 | Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers |
2336 | Mining Engineers |
2339 | Other Engineering Professionals |
2341 | Agricultural and Forestry Scientists |
2342 | Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists |
2343 | Environmental Scientists |
2344 | Geologists, Geophysicists and Hydrogeologists |
2411 | Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers |
2412 | Primary School Teachers |
2414 | Secondary School Teachers |
2421 | University Lecturers and Tutors |
2512 | Medical Imaging Professionals |
2513 | Occupational and Environmental Health Professionals |
2515 | Pharmacists |
2521 | Chiropractors and Osteopaths |
2524 | Occupational Therapists |
2525 | Physiotherapists |
2527 | Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists |
2531 | Generalist Medical Practitioners |
2533 | Specialist Physicians |
2534 | Psychiatrists |
2535 | Surgeons |
2539 | Other Medical Practitioners |
2541 | Midwives |
2543 | Nurse Managers |
2544 | Registered Nurses |
2611 | ICT Business and Systems Analysts |
2613 | Software and Applications Programmers |
2621 | Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists |
2631 | Computer Network Professionals |
2723 | Psychologists |
2725 | Social Workers |
3112 | Medical Technicians |
3121 | Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians |
3122 | Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3123 | Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3125 | Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3129 | Other Building and Engineering Technicians |
3211 | Automotive Electricians |
3212 | Motor Mechanics |
3222 | Sheetmetal Trades Workers |
3223 | Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers |
3231 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineers |
3232 | Metal Fitters and Machinists |
3234 | Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers |
3311 | Bricklayers and Stonemasons |
3312 | Carpenters and Joiners |
3322 | Painting Trades Workers |
3331 | Glaziers |
3332 | Plasterers |
3333 | Roof Tilers |
3334 | Wall and Floor Tilers |
3341 | Plumbers |
3411 | Electricians |
3421 | Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics |
3422 | Electrical Distribution Trades Workers |
3423 | Electronics Trades Workers |
3941 | Cabinetmakers |
4117 | Welfare Support Workers |
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491):
The Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) is a points-tested provisional visa for highly skilled individuals who can contribute to the NSW economy. To be eligible for NSW nomination under pathways 2 and 3, your occupation must fall within an ANZSCO unit group listed below and be eligible for the visa.
Eligible Occupations for Subclass 491:
ANZSCO Code | Unit Group Name |
1212 | Crop Farmer |
1214 | Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers |
1324 | Policy and Planning Managers |
1325 | Research and Development Managers |
1331 | Construction Managers |
1332 | Engineering Managers |
1334 | Manufacturers |
1335 | Production Managers |
1341 | Child Care Centre Managers |
1342 | Health and Welfare Services Managers |
1351 | ICT Managers |
2312 | Marine Transport Professionals |
2321 | Architects and Landscape Architects |
2322 | Surveyors and Spatial Scientists |
2326 | Urban and Regional Planners |
2332 | Civil Engineering Professionals |
2333 | Electrical Engineers |
2335 | Industrial, Mechanical and Production Engineers |
2336 | Mining Engineers |
2339 | Other Engineering Professionals |
2342 | Chemists, and Food and Wine Scientists |
2343 | Environmental Scientists |
2344 | Geologists, Geophysicists and Hydrogeologists |
2411 | Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers |
2412 | Primary School Teachers |
2414 | Secondary School Teachers |
2421 | University Lecturers and Tutors |
2512 | Medical Imaging Professionals |
2513 | Occupational and Environmental Health Professionals |
2515 | Pharmacists |
2523 | Dental Practitioners |
2524 | Occupational Therapists |
2525 | Physiotherapists |
2527 | Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists |
2531 | Generalist Medical Practitioners |
2533 | Specialist Physicians |
2539 | Other Medical Practitioners |
2544 | Registered Nurses |
2611 | ICT Business and Systems Analysts |
2613 | Software and Applications Programmers |
2621 | Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists |
2631 | Computer Network Professionals |
2723 | Psychologists |
2725 | Social Workers |
3111 | Agricultural Technicians |
3112 | Medical Technicians |
3121 | Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians |
3122 | Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3123 | Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3125 | Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
3129 | Other Building and Engineering Technicians |
3211 | Automotive Electricians |
3212 | Motor Mechanics |
3222 | Sheetmetal Trades Workers |
3223 | Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers |
3231 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineers |
3232 | Metal Fitters and Machinists |
3311 | Bricklayers and Stonemasons |
3312 | Carpenters and Joiners |
3322 | Painting Trades Workers |
3331 | Glaziers |
3332 | Plasterers |
3333 | Roof Tilers |
3334 | Wall and Floor Tilers |
3341 | Plumbers |
3411 | Electricians |
3421 | Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics |
3422 | Electrical Distribution Trades Workers |
3423 | Electronics Trades Workers |
3424 | Telecommunications Trades Workers |
3941 | Cabinetmakers |
3942 | Wood Machinists and Other Wood Trades Workers |
3992 | Chemical, Gas, Petroleum and Power Generation Plant Operators |
4117 | Welfare Support Workers |
