Flower Grower — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Flower Grower for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Flower Grower × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
# Flower Grower Under Subclass 190 Flower Grower (ANZSCO 121212) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on the state sponsorship occupation lists used by various Australian states and territories. The occupation is not listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), but eligible applicants may access nomination pathways through regional state sponsorship arrangements. The typical pathway requires state or territory nomination, making sponsorship mandatory for this visa subclass. Applicants must undergo skill assessment through the appropriate assessing authority to demonstrate competency in flower growing operations. Points are assessed based on factors including age, English proficiency, work experience, and qualifications, with state nomination providing additional points toward the required threshold. Key requirements include obtaining a positive skills assessment and meeting the English language standards specified by the Department of Home Affairs. Applicants must also satisfy health and character requirements applicable to all visa holders. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.2026-06-26T10:18:49.818Z
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Flower Grower
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Flower Grower
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.