Pharmacy Technician — New South Wales Nomination

Pharmacy Technician in New South Wales — nomination overview

Pharmacy Technician (ANZSCO 311215) is listed on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and is eligible for state nomination in New South Wales under the NSW Skilled Nominated program. New South Wales employs pharmacy technicians across hospital pharmacy departments, community pharmacies, aged care medication management services, and pharmaceutical wholesale operations in Sydney and regional NSW. 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 relevant dispensary experience. Skills assessment is conducted by the Pharmacy Board of Australia or an allied health assessing authority, confirming the applicant's pharmaceutical support qualifications and dispensary experience. 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.

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