Hotel or Motel Manager — Subclass 186 Pathway

Hotel or Motel Manager × Subclass 186 — pathway overview

Hotel or Motel Manager (ANZSCO 141311) qualifies for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), enabling Australian hotels and motels to sponsor skilled managers for permanent residency. The Subclass 186 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer sponsor who can demonstrate genuine business need and that the offered salary meets market rates for the role and location. Labour market testing is required to confirm the employer genuinely attempted to recruit locally. Skills assessments for Hotel or Motel Managers are typically conducted by Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THL) or relevant state-based assessing authorities. Applicants must demonstrate substantial hands-on management experience in hotel or motel operations, including front office management, housekeeping oversight, revenue management, and customer service delivery. Applicants must meet English language requirements, satisfy health and character checks, and be below the age limit applicable under the visa stream. The Subclass 186 grants permanent residency directly upon approval. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,770 for the primary applicant. Processing times typically range from six to eighteen months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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