Metal Casting Trades Worker — 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 Metal Casting Trades Worker for migration purposes is handled by: TRA.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Metal Casting Trades Worker × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Metal Casting Trades Workers (ANZSCO 322114) are eligible for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) visa, which provides a direct pathway to permanent residency through employer sponsorship. The ENS visa does not require a points test, making it well-suited to experienced trade workers who have secured an approved employer in foundry, automotive components, and mining equipment manufacturing sectors across Australia. The nominating employer must hold approved standard business sponsor status and demonstrate a genuine need for the occupation. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), which evaluates overseas qualifications and work experience against Australian Certificate III standards in foundry and casting operations. Key eligibility requirements include being under 45 years of age, meeting English language proficiency standards, and satisfying health and character checks. Applicants may qualify through the Direct Entry stream based on qualifications and experience, or through the Temporary Residence Transition stream after working for their nominating employer for at least two years on a Subclass 482 visa. 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