Nursing Clinical Director — Australian Capital Territory Nomination
Canberra Matrix · Canberra
At a glance
- Program
- Canberra Matrix
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Canberra
- Program notes
- Distinctive Canberra Matrix points-based selection system that scores candidates on residency, employment, English, and qualifications.
Official program page: https://www.act.gov.au/migration
Skills assessment
For Nursing Clinical Director, the assessing authority for migration purposes is ANMAC.
Nursing Clinical Director in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview
Nursing Clinical Directors (ANZSCO 134212) are nominated by the Australian Capital Territory under its skilled migration program. The occupation is listed on the MLTSSL and CSOL, enabling pathways via the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa, the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, and employer-sponsored Subclasses 186 and 482. ANMAC assesses nursing qualifications and clinical leadership experience. The ACT nominates this occupation to support senior nursing leadership across Canberra Health Services and territory community health facilities. Subclass 190 nomination adds five SkillSelect points; Subclass 491 adds fifteen. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English, meet age requirements, and pass health and character assessments. ACT nomination conditions may require applicants to work in clinical nursing leadership in the territory. Government fees start from AUD 4,640 per primary applicant. Processing typically takes eight to fourteen months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Nursing Clinical Director
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Australian Capital Territory nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 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.