Urban and Regional Planner — Australian Capital Territory Nomination

Urban and Regional Planner in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview

Urban and Regional Planner (ANZSCO 232611) appears on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and is eligible for state nomination in Australian Capital Territory under the ACT Skilled Migration program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Australian Capital Territory opens invitations for this occupation. The ACT requires applicants to live and work in Canberra and typically requires evidence of an ACT job offer or a credible plan to find employment in the territory. Skills assessment from VETASSESS is required. VETASSESS assesses qualifications and work experience against Australian occupational standards for design and creative professionals. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. Two nomination pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, granting permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment before transitioning to permanent residence via the Subclass 191 visa. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in Australian Capital Territory typically takes six to ten weeks, and visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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