Illustrator — 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 Illustrator 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.
Illustrator × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Illustrators (ANZSCO 232412) may be eligible for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, a permanent residence pathway requiring nomination from a state or territory government. The occupation must appear on the relevant state occupation list for the application year. Skills assessment for Illustrators is generally conducted through the Design Institute of Australia. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and meet the points threshold for an invitation. State nomination contributes 5 additional points. English language proficiency at the competent level and a maximum age of 45 at time of invitation are standard requirements. The Subclass 190 grants immediate permanent residence, with no restrictions on where the visa holder may live or work in Australia. Processing times typically range from 6 to 18 months depending on state quota cycles and departmental workload. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,240 for the primary applicant. Illustrators with specialisations such as digital illustration, graphic novels, medical or scientific illustration, or concept art for games and film may find stronger demand in states with creative industry sectors. 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 Illustrator
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 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 Illustrator
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.