Travel Agency 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 Travel Agency 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.
Travel Agency Manager × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Travel Agency Manager (ANZSCO 142116) qualifies for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL). This pathway enables Australian travel agency operators to sponsor skilled managers for permanent residency. The Subclass 186 is not points-tested. Applicants must be nominated by an approved employer sponsor who demonstrates genuine need for the role and that the salary offered reflects market rates. Labour market testing must confirm unsuccessful efforts to recruit locally prior to nominating an overseas applicant. Skills assessments for Travel Agency Managers are typically conducted by a relevant tourism industry body or business management assessing authority. Applicants must demonstrate substantial experience managing travel agency operations, including product sales, booking systems, staff management, financial administration, and compliance with AFTA licensing obligations. 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. 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