Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec — Subclass 186 Pathway
Employer Nomination Scheme visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 186 — Employer Nomination Scheme visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~6-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians not elsewhere classified (ANZSCO 312199) qualifies for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa through the Regional Occupation List (ROL), providing a broad pathway for employers to permanently sponsor specialist built environment technicians not captured by a more specific classification. The Subclass 186 is not points-tested. An approved employer must sponsor the applicant and carry out labour market testing to demonstrate local recruitment has been unsuccessful. A skills assessment from the appropriate assessing authority for the specific technical discipline is required. Applicants must satisfy English language requirements and meet health and character conditions. Salary must align with Australian market rates. On grant, permanent residency is conferred. This classification covers a range of technical roles supporting architecture, building design, construction documentation, and spatial services. 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 186. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application (with limited exemptions)
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Nominated by an approved Australian employer
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation (Direct Entry stream)
- At least three years of relevant work experience (Direct Entry stream)
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec
- 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.
State nominations for Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.