Systems 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 Systems 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.
Systems Analyst × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Systems Analysts (ANZSCO 261112) are eligible for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa, with this occupation listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). Systems analysts design and optimise IT systems for organisations, and demand across banking, government, and enterprise technology sectors in Australia remains strong. The 186 visa provides permanent residence through employer nomination via the Direct Entry stream. The sponsoring employer must hold nomination approval and demonstrate through labour market testing that the role cannot be filled locally. The visa allows the holder to live and work in Australia permanently. The Australian Computer Society (ACS) conducts the mandatory skills assessment, evaluating the applicant's qualifications and experience in systems analysis, including requirements analysis, systems design, and technical documentation. English language proficiency must meet required minimums. Health and character checks 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 Systems 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 Systems Analyst
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.