Dancer or Choreographer — Subclass 189 Pathway
Skilled Independent visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 189 — Skilled Independent visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- No sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Dancer or Choreographer for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — the one listed for the nominated ANZSCO code on this site.
Dancer or Choreographer × Subclass 189 — pathway overview
Dancers and Choreographers (ANZSCO 211112) are listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), enabling eligibility for the permanent Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa. The Subclass 189 requires no employer, state, or family sponsor. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and receive an invitation to apply. The legislative minimum points score is 65, but effective competitive scores are typically 90 or above given the volume of applicants across SkillSelect rounds. Before lodging an EOI, applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS, confirming their qualifications and professional experience as a dancer or choreographer meet Australian standards. Applicants must be under 45 at invitation and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). Health and character requirements also apply. The indicative application fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically taking 8 to 15 months. The Subclass 189 grants permanent residency upon visa grant. 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 189. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated MLTSSL occupation
- Submit Expression of Interest in SkillSelect and meet pass mark (currently 65, effective competitive minimum 90+)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Dancer or Choreographer
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
State nominations for Dancer or Choreographer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.