Engineering Professionals nec — Subclass 189 Pathway

Engineering Professionals nec × Subclass 189 — pathway overview

Engineering Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified (ANZSCO 233999) qualify for the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa, a permanent residence pathway with no employer sponsorship or state nomination requirement. This occupation is listed on the MLTSSL, confirming eligibility for the independent skilled migration stream. Applicants must lodge an EOI through SkillSelect and receive an invitation based on their points score, with the minimum threshold set at 65 points. A positive skills assessment from Engineers Australia is mandatory before submitting an EOI. Engineers in this residual category must clearly demonstrate that their specialisation falls within ANZSCO 233999 and not a more specifically defined code. The CDR pathway documents professional competencies relevant to the specific engineering discipline. Competent English is the minimum language requirement. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,640 for primary applicants. Processing takes six to twelve months from invitation. Specialist engineers whose disciplines do not map neatly to standard ANZSCO categories may benefit from this residual classification. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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