Agricultural Scientist — Tasmania Nomination
Migration Tasmania Skilled Nomination · Hobart
At a glance
- Program
- Migration Tasmania Skilled Nomination
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Hobart
- Program notes
- Categories include Critical Skills, Established Job Offer, Recent Graduate, and Small Business Owner — each with distinct eligibility criteria.
Official program page: https://www.migration.tas.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Agricultural Scientist, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Agricultural Scientist in Tasmania — nomination overview
Agricultural Scientist (ANZSCO 234112) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in Tasmania under the Tasmanian Skilled Nominated scheme. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Tasmania opens invitations for this occupation. Tasmania favours applicants with a genuine connection to the state, such as prior study, employment, or family ties in Tasmania. Skills assessment from VETASSESS is required, covering qualifications and work experience against Australian occupational standards. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. Two pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, granting permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, which is provisional and requires three years of regional residence before the applicant can apply for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in Tasmania typically takes six to twelve 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.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Agricultural Scientist
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Tasmania nominates.
- 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.
- 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.