Meat Inspector — 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 Meat Inspector 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.
Meat Inspector × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Meat Inspector (ANZSCO 311312) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on state sponsorship occupation lists in Australian jurisdictions with significant agricultural and food processing industries. State or territory nomination adds 5 points to the SkillSelect score. This is a permanent points-tested visa requiring applicants to submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and receive a state or territory nomination. Nomination criteria typically require a commitment to work in the nominating jurisdiction for two years following visa grant. A skills assessment from the appropriate food safety or primary industries assessing body is required. Applicants must score at least 65 points, meet English language proficiency requirements, and satisfy health, character, and age conditions. Application fees start at approximately $4,640. 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 Meat Inspector
- 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 Meat Inspector
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.