Licensed Club Manager — Subclass 186 Pathway
Employer Nomination Scheme visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 186 — Employer Nomination Scheme visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~6-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Licensed Club Manager for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Licensed Club Manager × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Licensed Club Manager (ANZSCO 141411) qualifies for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), enabling licensed club operators to sponsor skilled managers for permanent residency in Australia. The Subclass 186 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer sponsor who demonstrates genuine business need and offers the applicant a salary consistent with market rates. Labour market testing evidence must confirm unsuccessful local recruitment prior to nomination. Skills assessments for Licensed Club Managers are typically conducted by Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THL) or a relevant state-based authority. Applicants must demonstrate substantial experience managing a licensed club, including liquor licence compliance, gaming operations, financial management, and staff supervision responsibilities. Applicants must meet English language requirements, pass health and character checks, and be within the applicable age threshold. The Subclass 186 grants permanent residency directly without a provisional period. 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.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 186. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application (with limited exemptions)
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Nominated by an approved Australian employer
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation (Direct Entry stream)
- At least three years of relevant work experience (Direct Entry stream)
- Health and character requirements