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Skilled visa options

Queensland welcomes talent from around the world to fill a range of critical skills shortages that support our state’s diversified economy and vibrant communities. 

Review the eligibility criteria below to determine whether you may be eligible to register your interest in Queensland nomination.

Skilled visa subclasses

Migration Queensland nominates skilled workers for the following skilled visa subclasses:

  • Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) allows nominated skilled workers to live and work in Queensland as permanent residents. Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website to learn more about visa subclass 190.
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) allows nominated skilled workers to live and work in regional Queensland. Visit the Australian Department of Home Affairs website to learn more about visa subclass 491.


Skilled visa pathways and eligibility criteria

Queensland offers several skilled visa pathways. Review the eligibility criteria for the pathway that best matches your circumstances:

  • Skilled workers living outside Australia (offshore)
  • Skilled workers living in Queensland (onshore)
  • Building and construction workers in Queensland (onshore)
  • Queensland university graduates (onshore)
  • Small business owners in regional Queensland (onshore, subclass 491 only)
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