Architectural Draftsperson — 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 Architectural Draftsperson, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Architectural Draftsperson in New South Wales — nomination overview
Architectural Draftsperson (ANZSCO 312111) is a recognised skilled occupation under Australia's migration framework, opening pathways for qualified professionals to live and work in New South Wales. New South Wales has one of Australia's most diverse economies and regularly seeks skilled professionals across a broad range of occupations. The NSW Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) and NSW Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) nomination programs provide viable pathways for experienced architectural draftsperson professionals with demonstrated expertise in the architectural drafting and building design sector. Applicants must satisfy age requirements, English language proficiency benchmarks, and a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS. A state or territory nomination through New South Wales adds five points to an Expression of Interest (EOI) submitted via SkillSelect, while a regional (Subclass 491) nomination awards ten points, potentially elevating the candidate's total score sufficiently to receive an invitation to apply. Candidates should carefully review New South Wales's occupation list and nomination criteria before lodging an EOI, as state requirements and occupational ceilings can change between invitation rounds. Migration Agents Registration Authority (MARA) agents can provide personalised advice on pathways and eligibility requirements for your specific circumstances.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Architectural Draftsperson
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.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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.