School Principal — Northern Territory Nomination
Northern Territory Migration Program · Darwin
At a glance
- Program
- Northern Territory Migration Program
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Darwin
- Program notes
- Skilled occupation list with high need for regional workers. NT residency or job offer strengthens nomination prospects.
Official program page: https://theterritory.com.au/migration
Skills assessment
For School Principal, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
School Principal in Northern Territory — nomination overview
School Principals (ANZSCO 134311) are nominated by the Northern Territory, where school leadership shortages are acute across remote and urban communities. The occupation is listed on the STSOL and CSOL, enabling access to the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, and employer-sponsored Subclasses 186 and 482. VETASSESS assesses educational leadership qualifications and school management experience. The NT nominates School Principals to fill critical positions in government schools serving Darwin, Katherine, Alice Springs, and remote Indigenous communities. Subclass 491 nomination adds fifteen SkillSelect points. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English, be under 45 at invitation, and meet health and character conditions. NT nomination requires commitment to residing and leading schools within the territory. Government fees start from AUD 4,640. Processing takes eight to eighteen months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for School Principal
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Northern Territory nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 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.
- 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.