Welfare Centre Manager — Subclass 189 Pathway
Skilled Independent visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 189 — Skilled Independent visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- No sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Welfare Centre Manager for migration purposes is handled by: CWA.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — the one listed for the nominated ANZSCO code on this site.
Welfare Centre Manager × Subclass 189 — pathway overview
Welfare Centre Managers (ANZSCO 134214), listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), are eligible for the permanent Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa. This points-tested visa requires no employer sponsorship or state nomination. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS before submitting an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. The assessment evaluates welfare centre management qualifications and community services leadership experience against Australian standards. Applicants must be under 45 at invitation and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). Indicative SkillSelect invitation scores are typically 85 or above. Indicative fees start from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 14 months. The Subclass 189 grants permanent residency without requiring the applicant to reside in a specific state or territory. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 189. 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 MLTSSL occupation
- Submit Expression of Interest in SkillSelect and meet pass mark (currently 65, effective competitive minimum 90+)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Welfare Centre Manager
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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.
State nominations for Welfare Centre Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.