Insurance Loss Adjuster — 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 Insurance Loss Adjuster for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Insurance Loss Adjuster × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Insurance Loss Adjuster (ANZSCO 599612) is eligible for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. Listed on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), it is eligible for state or territory nomination under the Subclass 190 visa. Insurance Loss Adjusters inspect damaged property and goods, review insurance policy coverage, determine the value of claims, liaise with policyholders and legal representatives, and prepare settlement recommendations for insurers. The Subclass 190 is a permanent points-tested visa requiring a minimum of 65 points on the skilled migration points test, with state nomination contributing an additional five points. Skills assessment by VETASSESS is required prior to lodging an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. Applicants must demonstrate at least Competent English and satisfy health and character requirements. Competitive scores are typically in the range of 85 to 90 points. The Subclass 190 application fee is approximately AUD 4,640. State nomination conditions and processing timeframes vary by jurisdiction, typically ranging from four weeks to three months. Permanent residence is granted on visa grant, with no further residency requirements. 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 Insurance Loss Adjuster
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 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.
State nominations for Insurance Loss Adjuster
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.