Poultry Farmer — 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 Poultry Farmer 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.
Poultry Farmer × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
# Poultry Farmer and the Subclass 190 Visa Poultry Farmer (ANZSCO 121321) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on the State Sponsorship Occupation List (SSOL) in various Australian states and territories. This occupation does not appear on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL). The typical pathway for Poultry Farmers involves state or territory nomination, making nomination a mandatory requirement rather than points-tested selection. Applicants must obtain a positive skill assessment from the relevant assessing authority before applying for nomination and visa sponsorship. The primary skill assessment body for this occupation is the Department of Agriculture and Agribusiness through the Agribusiness Australia assessment process. Applicants must demonstrate relevant qualifications and work experience meeting the occupation's specific requirements. English language proficiency requirements also apply under standard visa conditions. Successful applicants must commit to working in the sponsoring state or territory for the specified period. 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 Poultry Farmer
- 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 Poultry Farmer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.