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Tasmania Migration

Why Choose Tasmania?

Tasmania offers a unique migration experience—spectacular nature, a welcoming community, affordable lifestyle, and some of the most accessible PR pathways in Australia.

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Tasmania migration advantages:
  • Generous state nomination quotas: 2,100 (190) and 760 (491) seats for 2024-25
  • Transparent, points-based system with low cut-offs (65+)
  • Priority for Tasmanian graduates, skilled workers, and long-term residents
  • Smallest applicant pool of any state = faster processing
  • Whole state is “regional” (491/191, extra study/work bonuses)
  • Low cost of living, safe and family-friendly cities (Hobart, Launceston, Devonport, Burnie)
  • Migration Tasmania team is highly accessible—direct applicant support
1. Tasmania State-Nominated Skilled Migration

Visa

Key facts

PR outcome

190 Skilled Nominated

Permanent PR, +5 points for state nomination, requires commitment to live/work in Tasmania

Immediate PR grant

491 Skilled Work Regional

5-year provisional; live/work in Tasmania, +15 points, PR after 3 yrs via subclass 191

PR via subclass 191

All streams require under 45 years of age at nomination, valid skills assessment, Competent English (or higher if required by your occupation), and a genuine commitment to live in Tasmania for at least 2 years.

2. Tasmania’s Nomination Streams

Stream

Who is eligible?

Key requirements

Tasmanian Graduates

Completed CRICOS-registered course in Tasmania

1–2 years full-time study, skilled employment or job offer, 65+ points

Skilled Employment

Working in Tasmania in skilled role

6–12 months skilled work (20 hrs/wk min), 65+ points

TAS Established Resident

2+ years full-time work or long-term business/settlement

Deep settlement, ongoing skilled employment, 65+ points

Overseas Applicant

Offshore with job offer or high points + priority occupation

Job offer, English, 65+ points

Each stream has detailed criteria. Always check the latest Migration Tasmania requirements.

3. Graduate, Regional & Work-to-PR Bonuses

  • Tasmanian graduates: Streamlined nomination, lower EOI scores, priority processing
  • Regional & outer regional: Whole state classified as “regional”—3–4 years post-study work rights, regional bonus points
  • Faster PR transitions: Many skilled workers move from 491 → 191 PR in as little as 3 years

4. Employer Sponsorship & DAMA

  • 482/186/494 employer sponsorship: For high-demand and niche skills
  • No DAMA (as of July 2025)—employer and state nomination are the main PR channels

5. Application Steps

  1. Check eligibility for your chosen stream
  2. Submit EOI in SkillSelect (Tasmania as first preference)
  3. Register on the Migration Tasmania portal
  4. Upload all required documents (skills assessment, employment, study, settlement evidence)
  5. Wait for nomination invitation
  6. Lodge 190/491 visa with Home Affairs within 60 days

Need help with TAS nomination?

Our migration lawyers guide you through TAS skilled visas and PR strategies—from skills assessment to final grant.

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FAQ

Find answers to common questions about our Migration services and processes. If you need further assistance, please contact us. 

How competitive is Tasmania skilled migration?

Lowest applicant pool in Australia—65 points often enough for high-demand and graduate roles.

Can offshore applicants be nominated?

Yes—with a job offer or in critical shortage occupations.

Can graduates apply straight after study?

Yes, Tasmanian graduates have a direct and priority pathway to 190/491 nomination.

How quickly will I get PR in Tasmania

Many onshore 491 visa holders transition to PR (191) in 3–4 years with consistent skilled work.