Skilled Migration Visas for IT Professionals in Australia | 189, 190 & 491 Explained

Australia offers several visa options for IT professionals seeking skilled migration, notably the Subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas.

Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa: This is a permanent residency visa that doesn't require sponsorship by an employer, state, or territory. Applicants must have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list and meet the points test criteria.

Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa: Also a permanent residency visa, the Subclass 190 requires nomination by an Australian state or territory. Applicants must commit to living and working in the nominating state for a specified period.

Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa: This is a temporary visa allowing skilled workers to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia for up to five years. It requires sponsorship by a state, territory, or eligible family member residing in a regional area. After meeting certain conditions, holders may be eligible to apply for permanent residency.

For IT professionals, occupations such as Software Engineer, Developer Programmer, and ICT Business Analyst are often listed on Australia's skilled occupation lists, making these visas viable pathways.

The application process generally involves:

1. Skills Assessment: Obtaining a positive assessment from the relevant assessing authority, such as the Australian Computer Society (ACS) for IT occupations.


2. Expression of Interest (EOI): Submitting an EOI through SkillSelect, indicating your interest in applying for a skilled visa.


3. Invitation to Apply: Receiving an in
vitation to apply for the visa based on your EOI and points score.


4. Visa Application: Submitting a visa application with the required documentation.

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