Vehicle Trimmer — South Australia Nomination
South Australia Skilled Visa Nomination · Adelaide
At a glance
- Program
- South Australia Skilled Visa Nomination
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Adelaide
- Program notes
- Talent and Innovators streams alongside the broader skilled occupation list. Strong focus on candidates with prior connection to South Australia.
Official program page: https://migration.sa.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Vehicle Trimmer, the assessing authority for migration purposes is TRA.
Vehicle Trimmer in South Australia — nomination overview
Vehicle Trimmer (ANZSCO 324212) is listed on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and Consolidated Sponsored Occupation List (CSOL), making it eligible for state nomination in South Australia under the South Australia Skilled Nominated program. South Australia has demand for vehicle trimmers in auto upholstery workshops, coach building, and specialist vehicle interior fitout across Adelaide and regional SA. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once South Australia opens nominations; South Australia often prioritises applicants with a local job offer or prior study or work history in the state. Skills assessment is conducted by Trades Recognition Australia (TRA), covering overseas qualifications and work experience against Australian standards. English language proficiency, health, and character requirements must also be satisfied. STSOL listing supports the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa (permanent on grant) and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, alongside employer-sponsored pathways via Subclass 186, 482, and 494. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491 to the applicant's SkillSelect score. Government fees apply at nomination and visa stages; processing in South Australia typically takes a few weeks to two months. For advice tailored to your circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Vehicle Trimmer
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that South Australia 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.