Dairy Cattle Farmer — Subclass 186 Pathway
Employer Nomination Scheme visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 186 — Employer Nomination Scheme visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~6-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Dairy Cattle Farmer for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Dairy Cattle Farmer × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
The Dairy Cattle Farmer (ANZSCO 121313) qualifies for the Australian Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), making it eligible for nomination by approved employers in regional areas. This visa pathway is not points-tested, distinguishing it from other skilled migration options. To progress with a Subclass 186 nomination, an approved employer nomination is required. The sponsoring employer must be registered with the Department of Home Affairs and meet specific obligations. Applicants must undergo a formal skills assessment to demonstrate competency in dairy cattle farming operations. The relevant assessing body for this occupation is the Australian Agricultural Company (AAC) or equivalent recognised authority, which evaluates qualifications and experience against industry standards. Key requirements include demonstrating genuine agricultural expertise, relevant work history, and English language proficiency. The nominee must meet health and character requirements applicable to all visa categories. Salary thresholds and workplace conditions must align with the employer nomination agreement. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.2026-06-26T10:18:49.818Z
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Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 186. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application (with limited exemptions)
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Nominated by an approved Australian employer
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation (Direct Entry stream)
- At least three years of relevant work experience (Direct Entry stream)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Dairy Cattle Farmer
- 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 Dairy Cattle Farmer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.