Electrician (General) — Australian Capital Territory Nomination
Canberra Matrix · Canberra
At a glance
- Program
- Canberra Matrix
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Canberra
- Program notes
- Distinctive Canberra Matrix points-based selection system that scores candidates on residency, employment, English, and qualifications.
Official program page: https://www.act.gov.au/migration
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
- 65 points— November 2025 roundView all rounds →
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 1,050–1,500via Trades Recognition Australia· ~12-24 weeks processing
- Salary range (Australia)
- AUD 65k–128kfull-time gross AUD, P10–P90 band, 2025–26 indicative
- State nomination fee
- No fee— No state nomination fee (matrix-based selection criteria)Official source →
- Occupation list last updated
- 2026-04-26(state SOL revision date — verify on the state program website)
All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.
Skills assessment
For Electrician (General), the assessing authority for migration purposes is TRA.
Electrician (General) in Australian Capital Territory — nomination overview
Electrician (General) (ANZSCO 341111) is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in the Australian Capital Territory under the ACT Skilled Nominated program. The Australian Capital Territory has strong demand for electricians in government buildings, commercial fitouts, and residential developments across Canberra and the ACT. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once the Australian Capital Territory opens nominations; the ACT prioritises applicants who intend to settle in Canberra, with competitive assessment based on points score and English proficiency. 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. MLTSSL listing opens three pathways: the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa (independent), the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa (permanent on grant), and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa requiring three years of regional residence before applying for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. 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 the Australian Capital Territory 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 Electrician (General)
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that Australian Capital Territory nominates.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.