Actuary — 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 Actuary 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.
Actuary × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Actuary (ANZSCO 224111) is eligible for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa, offering a permanent residence pathway through employer sponsorship. This occupation appears on the Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL). The Subclass 186 operates through three streams: Temporary Residence Transition, Direct Entry, and Labour Agreement. The visa is not points-tested. Under Direct Entry, applicants require at least three years of relevant work experience and a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS. The Temporary Residence Transition stream applies to holders of a Subclass 482 or 457 visa who have worked for the sponsoring employer for at least two years. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent) and be under 45 years of age at application, with limited exemptions. The sponsoring employer must show the position cannot be filled locally. Indicative fees start from approximately AUD 4,770, with processing typically taking 6 to 15 months. Health and character requirements also apply. 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 Actuary
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 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.
- 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.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Actuary
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.