Chemistry 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 Chemistry 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.
Chemistry Technician × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Chemistry Technician (ANZSCO 311411) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on state and territory occupation sponsorship lists across multiple Australian jurisdictions. State nomination provides 5 additional points toward the SkillSelect invitation threshold. This is a permanent, points-tested visa. Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and receive a nomination from an Australian state or territory government. Nomination criteria vary by jurisdiction but typically include requirements to reside and work in the nominating state for two years following visa grant. A skills assessment from the appropriate science or chemistry assessing authority is required to verify chemistry qualifications and practical laboratory competencies. Applicants must score at least 65 points under the migration points test, meet English language proficiency standards, and satisfy age, health, and character requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs. 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 Chemistry 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 Chemistry Technician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.