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QLD open for state nomination 

Queensland (QLD) have opened their 2024-25 state nomination program for the Subclass 491 and 190 visas.

There are a few of pathways depending on the applicants circumstances.

Onshore – Skilled workers in Queensland 

QLD will consider inviting applicants to apply for nomination  for both the Subclass 491 and Subclass 190 visas.

Applicants will need to meet a range of criteria including (but not limited to):

• points test result of 65 or higher
• proficient english or higher
• an occupation on the DHA’s eligible skilled occupations, with a focus on addressing shortages in Queensland growing industries
• living and woking in QLD for:
  • at least 6 months for the Subclass 190 visa or
  • at least 3 months for the Subclass 491 visa
• evidence the employment is ongoing for a further 12 months
• commitment to live in and work in QLD for:
  • at least 2 years for the Subclass 190 or
  • at least 3 years for the Subclass 491

Applicants will have to submit an EOI and then a Registration of Interest (ROI) to be considered for QLD Nomination.

Offshore  –  Skilled workers outside Australia 

QLD will consider applicants outside Australia who can contribute to their workforce needs. This includes:

• the transition to net zero and climate change adaption
• the  delivery of more hospitals, upgraded schools, more housing and better transport under Queensland’s Big Build
• increasing demand for healthcare

Applicants will need to meet a range of criteria including (but not limited to):

• points test result of 65 or higher
• proficient english or higher
• appropriate experience in an occupation on QLD’s Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)
  • at least 5 years for a Subclass 90 visa
  • at least 3 years for a Subclass 491 visa
• an occupation on the DHA’s eligible skilled occupations, with a focus on addressing shortages in Queensland growing industries
• commitment to live and work in QLD for:
  • at least 2 years for the Subclass 190
  • at least 3 years for the Subclass 491

QLD will consider workers for priority processing if they are on the Queensland Energy Skilled Occupation List.

Applicants will have to submit an EOI and then a Registration of Interest (ROI) to be considered for QLD Nomination.

 QLD Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)  & QLD Energy (QE) Skilled Occupation List

Occupations and visa eligibility:

• Construction Project Manager – 491 & 190 & QE
• Project Builder – 491
• Engineering Manager – 491 & 190 & QE
• Urban and Regional Planner – 491 & 190
• Chemical Engineer – 491 & 190
• Materials Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Civil Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Geotechnical Engineer – 491 & 190 & QE
• Quantity Surveyor -491 & 190
• Structural Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Transport Engineer – 491 & 190
• Electrical Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Electronics Engineer -491 & 190
• Industrial Engineer -491 & 190
• Mechanical Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Production or Planet Engineer -491 & 190
• Mining Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
• Petroleum Engineer -491 & 190
• Aeronautical Engineer -491 & 190
• Agricultural Engineer –  491 & 190
• Biomedical Engineer – 491 & 190
• Engineering Technologist – 491 & 190
• Environmental Engineer – 491 & 190 & QE
• Naval Architect – 491 & 190 & QE
• Engineering Professionals nec – 491 & 190
• Environmental Consultant – 491 & 190 & QE
• Environmental Research Scientist -491 & 190 & QE
• Environmental Scientist nec -491 & 190 & QE
• Geologist -491 & 190 & QE
• Geophysicist -491 & 190 & QE
• Hydrogeologist -491 & 190 & QE
• Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher –
• Primary School Teacher -491
• Middle School Teacher -491
• Secondary School Teacher -491
• Special Needs Teacher -491
• Teacher of the Heating Impaired – 491
• Teacher of the Sight Impaired – 491
• Special Education Teachers nec  – 491
• Medical Diagnostic Radiographer – 491 & 190
• Medical Radiation Therapist – 491 & 190
• Nuclear Medicine Technologist – 491 & 190
• Sonographer – 491 & 190
• Environmental Health Officer – 491
• Occupational Therapist – 491 & 190
• Physiotherapist – 491 & 190
• Podiatrist – 491 & 190
• Audiologist – 491
• Speech Pathologist – 491 & 190
• Midwife – 491 & 190
• Nurse Educator – 491 & 190
• Nurse Researcher – 491 & 190
• Nurse Practitioner –  491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Community Health) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Critical care and Emergency) –  491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Medical) -491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Mental Health) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Perioperative) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Surgical) – 491 & 190
• Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) – 491 & 190
• ICT Security Specialist – 491 & 190
• Clinical Psychologist – 491 & 190
• Educational Psychologist – 491 & 190
• Organisational Psychologist – 491 & 190
•  Psychologists nec -491 & 190
• Architectural Draftsperson – 491 & 190
• Building Inspector -491 & 190
• Construction Estimator – 491
• Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec – 491 & 190
• Civil Engineering Draftsperson – 491 & 190 & QE
• Civil Engineering Technician – 491 & 190 & QE
• Electrical Engineering Draftsperson – 491 & 190 & QE
• Electrical Engineering Technician – 491 & 190 & QE
• Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson – 491
• Mechanical Engineering Technician – 491 & 190
• Metallurgical or Materials Technician – 491 & 190
• Mine Deputy – 491 & 190
• Building and Engineering Technicians nec – 491
• Sheetmetal Trades Worker – 491 & 190
• Metal Fabricator – 491 & 190
• Pressure Welder – 491 & 190
• Welder (First Class) – 491 & 190
• Fitter (General) – 491 & 190
• Fitter and Turner – 491 & 190
• Fitter-Welder – 491 & 190
• Metal Machinist (First Class) – 491 & 190
• Metal Fitters and Machinists nec – 491 & 190
• Bricklayer – 491 & 190
• Stonemason – 491 & 190
• Carpenter and Joiner – 491 & 190
• Carpenter – 491 & 190
• Joiner -491 & 190
• Floor Finisher – 491
• Painting Trades Workers – 491 & 190
• Glazier -491 & 190
• Fibrous Plasterer – 491 & 190
• Solid Plasterer – 491 & 190
• Roof Tiler – 491 & 190
• Wall and Floor Tiler – 491 & 190
• Plumber (General) – 491 & 190
• Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber – 491 & 190
• Drainer – 491 & 190
• Gasfitter – 491 & 190 & QE
• Roof Plumber – 491 & 190
• Electrician (General) – 491 & 190 & QE
• Electrician  (Special Class) -491 & 190
• Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
• Electrical Linesworker – 491
• Technical Cable Jointer – 491 & 190
• Business Machine Mechanic – 491 & 190
• Electronic Equipment Trades Worker – 491 & 190
• Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) – 491 & 190
• Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) – 491 & 190
• Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) – 491 & 190
• Telecommunications Linesworker – 491 & 190
• Power Generation Plant Operator – 491 & 190 & QE

Pathways for QLD Graduates & Small business owners 

There are further pathways for applicants in Australia  who are QLD graduates and small business owners. Please contact us if want to discuss your eligibility for these pathways .

Are you eligible? 

There are a  huge number of occupations available. However it does not guarantee nomination as there  are a number of requirements that need to be met for each occupation.

If you  would like to determine your eligibility and obtain assistance please Contact Us. 

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