Telecommunications Technician — 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 Telecommunications Technician 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.
Telecommunications Technician × Subclass 186 — pathway overview
Telecommunications Technician (ANZSCO 342414) is eligible for the Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa as it appears on the MLTSSL, opening both the Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition streams. This visa provides a pathway to permanent residency through approved employer nomination. The sponsoring employer must be an approved standard business sponsor and demonstrate that the nominated position cannot be filled locally. Labour market testing is mandatory, requiring documented evidence of genuine recruitment efforts. A positive skills assessment from TRA (Trades Recognition Australia) confirming competency in telecommunications systems installation, commissioning, and maintenance is required for the Direct Entry stream. Key requirements include at least three years of relevant experience, competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent), being under 45 years at the time of application, and satisfying health and character requirements. The Temporary Residence Transition stream is available to those who have worked for the nominating employer on a Subclass 482 visa for at least two years. Application fees start from approximately $4,640 and processing typically takes six to twelve months. 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 Telecommunications Technician
State nominations for Telecommunications Technician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.