The 2024–25 Queensland State Nominated Migration Program has officially opened, with Queensland allocated 1,200 nominations. These include:
- 600 places for the Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190).
- 600 places for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
This program is designed for skilled migrants across various sectors who can help address the state’s workforce needs. Below are the details of each pathway, along with the complete Offshore Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL) for offshore applicants.
It’s important to note that QLD now has a Registration of Interest process.
1. Skilled Workers Living in Queensland
Visa Options:
- Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Key Requirements:
- Points: A minimum of 65 points is required for both subclass 190 and subclass 491.
- Occupation: Applicants must have an occupation that addresses verified shortages in Queensland’s growing industries, including:
- Energy
- Construction and infrastructure
- Healthcare and social assistance
- Education
- Professional services
- Agribusiness
- Tourism and hospitality
- Transport
- Work Experience: For subclass 190, you must have been living and working in Queensland for at least 6 months; for subclass 491, at least 3 months. The work must be related to your nominated occupation.
- English Language: Proficient English or higher.
- Ongoing Employment: You must provide evidence that your employment will continue for at least 12 months (subclass 190) or 6 months (subclass 491).
- Commitment to Queensland: Subclass 190 requires a commitment to live and work in Queensland for at least 2 years, and subclass 491 requires a 3-year commitment to regional Queensland?
2. Graduates of a Queensland University?(
Visa Options:
- Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Key Requirements:
- Qualification: You must have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a Queensland university in a priority field. The degree must have been completed 100% in Queensland, and you should have graduated after July 1, 2022.
- Priority Fields: These include Agriculture and Environment, Engineering, Education, Health, Information Technology, and Natural and Physical Sciences.
- Work Experience: For subclass 190, you must have been living and working in Queensland for at least 6 months, and for subclass 491, at least 3 months. This work must be related to your qualification.
- English Language: Proficient English or higher
3. Small Business Owners Operating in Regional Queensland
Visa Option:
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Key Requirements:
- Business Ownership: You must own and operate a small business in regional Queensland for at least 6 months before submitting your Expression of Interest (EOI).
- Investment: Your business must have been purchased for at least AUD 100,000. There are several limitations in terms of what business can be purchased, including restriction of regional areas, for example, the Gold Coast is not accepted in some cases anymore.
- English Language: Proficient English or higher.
- Commitment: A commitment to live and work in regional Queensland for at least 3 years from the date your visa is granted
4. Skilled Workers Living Offshore
Visa Options:
- Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Key Requirements:
- Points: A minimum of 65 points for both subclasses.
- Occupation: You must have an occupation on the Offshore Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL).
- English Language: Proficient English or higher.
- Work Experience: A minimum of 5 years of full-time skilled employment in your nominated occupation is required. You must also be employed in your nominated occupation at the time of invitation.
- Commitment to Queensland: Subclass 190 requires a commitment to live and work in Queensland for at least 2 years, while subclass 491 requires a 3-year commitment?(
Offshore Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)
| Occupation | Subclass 190 | Subclass 491 |
| 133111 Construction Project Manager | Yes | Yes |
| 133211 Engineering Manager | Yes | Yes |
| 221111 Accountant (General) | Yes | Yes |
| 221112 Management Accountant | Yes | Yes |
| 221113 Taxation Accountant | Yes | Yes |
| 224111 Actuary | Yes | Yes |
| 224112 Mathematician | Yes | Yes |
| 224113 Statistician | Yes | Yes |
| 224711 Management Consultant | Yes | Yes |
| 232111 Architect | Yes | Yes |
| 232112 Landscape Architect | Yes | Yes |
| 233211 Civil Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233212 Geotechnical Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233213 Quantity Surveyor | Yes | Yes |
| 233214 Structural Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233215 Transport Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233311 Electrical Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233411 Electronics Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233511 Industrial Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233512 Mechanical Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233513 Production or Plant Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233611 Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum) | Yes | Yes |
| 233612 Petroleum Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233911 Aeronautical Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233912 Agricultural Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233913 Biomedical Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233914 Engineering Technologist | Yes | Yes |
| 233915 Environmental Engineer | Yes | Yes |
| 233916 Naval Architect | Yes | Yes |
| 233999 Engineering Professionals (NEC) | Yes | Yes |
| 234312 Environmental Consultant | Yes | Yes |
| 234313 Environmental Research Scientist | Yes | Yes |
| 234399 Environmental Scientist (NEC) | Yes | Yes |
| 234411 Geologist | Yes | Yes |
| 234412 Geophysicist | Yes | Yes |
| 234413 Hydrogeologist | Yes | Yes |
| 241111 Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher | Yes | Yes |
| 241213 Primary School Teacher | Yes | No |
| 241411 Secondary School Teacher | Yes | No |
| 241511 Special Needs Teacher | Yes | No |
| 251211 Medical Diagnostic Radiographer | Yes | Yes |
| 251212 Medical Radiation Therapist | Yes | Yes |
| 251213 Nuclear Medicine Technologist | Yes | Yes |
| 251214 Sonographer | Yes | Yes |
| 251311 Environmental Health Officer | Yes | No |
| 252411 Occupational Therapist | Yes | Yes |
| 252511 Physiotherapist | Yes | Yes |
| 252611 Podiatrist | Yes | Yes |
| 252711 Audiologist | Yes | No |
| 252712 Speech Pathologist | Yes | Yes |
| 254111 Midwife | Yes | Yes |
| 254211 Nurse Educator | Yes | Yes |
| 254212 Nurse Researcher | Yes | Yes |
| 254411 Nurse Practitioner | Yes | Yes |
| 254412 Registered Nurse (Aged Care) | Yes | Yes |
| 254413 Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) | Yes | Yes |
| 254414 Registered Nurse (Community Health) | Yes | Yes |
| 254415 Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) | Yes | Yes |
| 254418 Registered Nurse (Medical) | Yes | Yes |
| 254422 Registered Nurse (Mental Health) | Yes | Yes |
| 254423 Registered Nurse (Perioperative) | Yes | Yes |
| 262112 ICT Security Specialist | Yes | Yes |
| 272311 Clinical Psychologist | Yes | Yes |
| 272312 Educational Psychologist | Yes | Yes |
| 312111 Architectural Draftsperson | Yes | Yes |
| 312113 Building Inspector | Yes | Yes |
| 312114 Construction Estimator | Yes | No |
| 322211 Sheetmetal Trades Worker | Yes | Yes |
| 331111 Bricklayer | Yes | Yes |
| 334111 Plumber (General) | Yes | Yes |
| 341111 Electrician (General) | Yes | Yes |
| 342111 Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic | Yes | Yes |
Get in touch with us if you want to assess your eligibility to Register Interest with the State of Queensland.
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