Agricultural and Agritech Technician — New South Wales Nomination
NSW Skilled Nomination · Sydney
At a glance
- Program
- NSW Skilled Nomination
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Sydney
- Program notes
- Uses a Critical Skills List combined with targeted streams aligned to NSW priority sectors. Applicants must be invited to apply.
Official program page: https://www.nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration
Skills assessment
For Agricultural and Agritech Technician, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Agricultural and Agritech Technician in New South Wales — nomination overview
Agricultural and Agritech Technician (ANZSCO 311112) is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in New South Wales under the NSW Skilled Nominated program. New South Wales employs agricultural and agritech technicians across precision farming operations, agricultural research institutes, and food production facilities in regional NSW including the Hunter Valley, Riverina, and Central West. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once NSW opens nominations for this occupation; NSW applies competitive criteria including points score, English proficiency, and documented technical experience. Skills assessment is conducted by VETASSESS, which evaluates overseas qualifications, training, and work experience against Australian occupational standards. English language proficiency, health, and character requirements must all be satisfied. Two nomination pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, granting permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment before the holder can apply for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. Nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Government fees apply at nomination and visa stages, with processing in NSW typically taking one to three months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Agricultural and Agritech Technician
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that New South Wales nominates.
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.