Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec — 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 Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec 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.
Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Accommodation and Hospitality Managers Not Elsewhere Classified (ANZSCO 141999) qualifies for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as this group appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL). This pathway enables Australian accommodation and hospitality businesses to sponsor skilled managers for permanent residency. The Subclass 186 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer who demonstrates genuine need for the specific management role and that the offered salary reflects current market rates. Labour market testing must confirm unsuccessful local recruitment efforts. Skills assessments are typically conducted by Tourism, Hospitality and Events (THL) or a relevant industry authority. Applicants must demonstrate substantial management experience in an accommodation or hospitality context, with responsibilities covering operations, staff management, financial oversight, and customer service delivery. Applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements, satisfy health and character checks, and be under the applicable age threshold. The Subclass 186 grants permanent residency without a provisional period. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,770 for the primary applicant. Processing times 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
Other visa pathways for Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec
- 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.
State nominations for Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.