Dancer or Choreographer — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 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 for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Dancer or Choreographer × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
The Dancer or Choreographer occupation (ANZSCO 211112) is listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), making it eligible for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. The Subclass 190 is a permanent points-tested visa requiring a formal nomination from an Australian state or territory government. Applicants must first obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS, demonstrating that their experience and qualifications as a dancer or choreographer meet Australian standards. Applicants must be under 45, hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent), and submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. State or territory nomination adds five points to the SkillSelect score. Not every jurisdiction nominates this occupation each program year, so checking individual state migration program pages is advisable. The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 14 months. Successful applicants are generally expected to live and work in the nominating state for a defined period after 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 190. 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 occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Dancer or Choreographer
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 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.