NSW Skills Occupations List - 2026

NSW nominates highly skilled professionals in a range of occupations to help drive economic growth in our state.

Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)

The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent visa for highly skilled individuals who can contribute to the NSW economy. To be eligible for NSW nomination, your occupation must fall within an ANZSCO unit group identified below, which reflects skills in high demand across the state, and be eligible for the visa.

nsw occupation list 190 and 491 visa
nsw occupation list 190 and 491 visa
Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)

The Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) is a points-tested provisional visa for highly skilled individuals who can contribute to the NSW economy. To be eligible for NSW nomination under pathways 2 and 3, your occupation must fall within an ANZSCO unit group identified below, which reflects skills in high demand across the state, and be eligible for the visa.

190 and 491 occupation list for NSW
190 and 491 occupation list for NSW
Exploring Alternative Migration Pathways

Navigating the various visa options can be complex. For specialised guidance, consider consulting our 'Using a migration agent or legal practitioner' page. We strongly encourage you to explore all pathways and seek professional advice to maximise your chances of successful migration.

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