ICT Business Analyst — 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 ICT Business Analyst for migration purposes is handled by: ACS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
ICT Business Analyst × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
ICT Business Analysts (ANZSCO 261111) are eligible for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa, with this occupation listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). ICT business analysts bridge technology and business requirements, and Australia's technology sector experiences sustained demand for experienced professionals in this field. The 186 visa provides a permanent residence pathway through employer nomination. The Direct Entry stream allows experienced ICT business analysts to be nominated directly for permanent sponsorship. Sponsoring employers must hold nomination approval and complete labour market testing to confirm local candidates are not available. Skills are assessed by the Australian Computer Society (ACS), which evaluates qualifications, work experience in ICT business analysis, and professional competencies. Applicants must hold relevant qualifications and demonstrate experience in requirements gathering, business process mapping, and stakeholder engagement. English language proficiency, health checks, and character requirements all 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 ICT Business Analyst
- 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 ICT Business Analyst
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.