Pharmacy Technician — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Pharmacy Technician for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Pharmacy Technician × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Pharmacy Technician (ANZSCO 311215) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on occupation lists across multiple Australian state and territory sponsorship programs. State or territory nomination provides 5 additional points toward the SkillSelect invitation threshold. This is a permanent points-tested visa. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest via SkillSelect and secure a nomination from an Australian state or territory government. Nomination criteria vary by jurisdiction but commonly require a commitment to living and working in the nominating state for two years after visa grant. A skills assessment through an appropriate health sciences or pharmacy assessing authority is required. Applicants must achieve at least 65 points, with English language proficiency, age, qualifications, and work experience all contributing to the score. Health and character requirements are mandatory. Application fees begin at approximately $4,640 for the primary applicant. 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 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Pharmacy Technician
- 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.
- 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 Pharmacy Technician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.