Civil Engineering Draftsperson — 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 Civil Engineering Draftsperson for migration purposes is handled by: EA, VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Civil Engineering Draftsperson × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Civil Engineering Draftsperson (ANZSCO 312211) qualifies for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa as it appears on state occupation sponsorship lists across Australian jurisdictions with active infrastructure development programs. State nomination adds 5 additional points to the SkillSelect score. 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 typically include a commitment to live and work in the nominating state for two years after visa grant. A skills assessment from Engineers Australia or Professionals Australia is required to confirm civil engineering drafting qualifications and technical proficiency with CAD and BIM software platforms. Applicants must score at least 65 points on the migration points test and meet English language proficiency requirements. Age, health, and character conditions set by the Department of Home Affairs must also be satisfied. Application fees start 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 Civil Engineering Draftsperson
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 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 Civil Engineering Draftsperson
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.