Musician (Instrumental) — 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 Musician (Instrumental) 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.
Musician (Instrumental) × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
The Musician (Instrumental) occupation (ANZSCO 211213) appears 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 state or territory government nomination. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS, confirming that qualifications and performance experience as an instrumental musician meet the required Australian standard. An Expression of Interest is then submitted through SkillSelect; a state nomination adds five points to the applicant's score. Applicants must be under 45 and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). Individual state and territory programs differ in their occupation lists and eligibility criteria, so checking each program is important. 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 period after 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 Musician (Instrumental)
- 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 Musician (Instrumental)
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.