Tasmania’s state nomination places have jumped by 1,500 spots this year.
The state nomination programme for 2024-25 now welcomes 2,100 places for the Skilled Nominated (190) visa and 760 places for the Skilled Work Regional (491) visa. The programme’s success rate stands impressive with 87% of nomination applications getting approved. This makes Tasmania a prime destination for skilled migrants.
Meeting specific requirements and understanding the process are key steps to secure a nomination. Your options range from priority processing for earnings above $98,218 per year to standard pathways. This piece walks you through Tasmania’s migration journey step by step.
Want to make Tasmania your new home? Let’s delve into the details.
Latest Tasmania Migration Updates
Tasmania has made its most important changes to the state nomination programme for 2024-25. These changes create new opportunities for skilled migrants. Migration Tasmania now handles 2,860 nomination places split between two visa categories – 2,100 places for Skilled Nominated (190) visa and 760 places for Skilled Work Regional (491) visa.
2024-25 programme highlights
The nomination process now runs more smoothly with several key updates. The priority framework has added a new “orange-plus” attribute category. The Tasmanian Onshore Skilled Occupation List for the subclass 190 pathway now includes 18 occupation groups with 78 individual occupations.
People working in these new occupations can get permanent visa nominations after six months of work if they have the right skills assessment. The nomination application fee is now AUD 550.44 (plus AUD 55.04 GST). Submitting a Registration of Interest costs nothing.
You can still qualify through at least one programme pathway for all occupations on the Australian Government’s subclass 190 and 491 lists. The programme has arranged income thresholds for eligibility and priority attributes with updated Australian median earnings and the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold.
Processing times
The March 2025 processing status shows busy activity in both visa categories. For the Skilled Nominated (190) visa:
- 1,288 nominations used from 2,100 places
- 150 nomination applications need decisions
- 94 invitations wait for acceptance
- 314 Registrations of Interest are being reviewed
For the Skilled Work Regional (491) visa:
- 470 nominations used from 760 places
- 69 nomination applications need decisions
- 52 invitations wait for acceptance
- 281 Registrations of Interest need review
The oldest unallocated nomination application dates back to February 5, 2025. Candidates with at least one Orange-Plus attribute get looked at first and usually receive nomination invitations within six months. Your invitation comes faster when you have more Orange-Plus attributes.
Every subclass 190 candidate with at least one Orange-Plus attribute will get an invitation to apply for nomination this programme year. The programme still reviews applications from before August 1, 2024, based on their original submission requirements.
Understanding Priority Attributes
Tasmania’s state nomination programme ranks candidates through a priority-based system. Candidates receive Gold, Green, Orange-plus, or Orange passes based on specific attributes, which helps select applicants fairly.
Gold attributes
Gold attributes sit at the top of Tasmania’s nomination system. You’ll need a skills assessment and at least three months of directly related work in a critical role to qualify for gold status. Your job must match ANZSCO Skill Levels 1-3, which shows your professional expertise.
Green attributes
Green priority status rewards long-term employment in Tasmania. You can get a green pass in two ways:
- Working in Tasmania for at least two years in a skilled role (ANZSCO 1-3) that matches your skills assessment
- Working for at least nine months in a skilled job that matches your skills assessment
Orange-plus attributes
The new orange-plus category gives you several ways to boost your priority status. You qualify by meeting any of these:
- Your base salary is AUD 150,174.36 yearly or AUD 76.01 hourly
- You have two years of Australian experience in a skilled role matching your skills assessment
- You’ve worked in Tasmania for six months in an ANZSCO 1-3 role that matches your skills assessment
Orange attributes
Orange attributes include various qualifications and situations that help your application. These include:
- Your base salary ranges between AUD 103,359.74 and AUD 111,845.64 yearly
- You have proficient or superior English skills
- You hold relevant qualifications (minimum Certificate III)
- You’ve lived in Tasmania for at least two years
- Your spouse works in a skilled role or runs an eligible business
How attributes affect selection
Your priority level determines when you’ll receive an invitation:
- Gold pass holders can apply for nomination right away
- Green pass holders usually get invitations within eight weeks
- Orange-plus holders have good chances within six months
- Orange pass holders might get invitations based on their attribute count and available spots
Tips to boost your priority
Here’s how to improve your nomination chances:
- Skills and Qualifications: Make sure your credentials match what your role needs
- Duties Alignment: Your job duties should match ANZSCO skill levels 1-3
- Salary Benchmarks: Try to earn above the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (currently AUD 111,845.64)
Migration Tasmania looks at three vital factors for skilled employment claims: skills and qualifications, duties performed, and pay rate. Your duties must match ANZSCO Skill Levels 1-3 by at least 70% to qualify for the Tasmanian Skilled Employment pathway.
Priority attributes make your application more competitive, but they’re not required. You can still apply if you meet the basic nomination criteria. The more attributes you have, the better your chances and the faster you’ll get an invitation.
Tasmania Skilled Occupation Lists
Tasmania’s skilled occupation lists determine if you qualify for state nomination. The state updates these lists every year using Jobs and Skills Australia data and industry feedback to match current workforce demands.
Critical Roles List
The critical roles list sets gold priority attributes for Tasmania’s state nomination pathways. The 2024-25 list shows major changes with 37 new jobs added and 30 removed. Information and Communications Technology (ICT) jobs now make up a big part of the list, including:
- Chief Information Officer
- ICT Project Manager
- Systems Analyst
- Web Developer
- Network Administrator
Healthcare jobs also feature heavily on the list:
- Dental Hygienist
- Dental Prosthetist
- Dental Technician
- Dental Therapist
- Enrolled Nurse
The list no longer includes 30 jobs like Construction Project Manager, Civil Engineer, and Veterinarian. These roles still have high priority status and appear on the updated TOSOL.
TOSOL occupations
The Tasmanian Onshore Skilled Occupation List (TOSOL) helps determine eligibility for subclass 190 nomination through the Tasmanian Skilled Employment pathway. The 2024-25 TOSOL welcomes nineteen new occupation groups that cover:
- Finance Managers
- Health and Welfare Services Managers
- ICT Managers
- Human Resource Professionals
- Environmental Scientists
TOSOL has a unique feature that lets candidates work in jobs within their skills assessment’s four-digit occupation group. To name just one example, a skills assessment as a Surveyor (232212) qualifies you for any job in the Surveyors and Spatial Scientists group.
Jobs not on TOSOL can still qualify for subclass 190 nomination through the Tasmanian Skilled Employment pathway after 15 months of related work. These roles then become eligible for nomination through:
- Tasmanian Skilled Graduate
- Established Resident
- Business Operator
- Overseas Applicant (Job Offer) pathways
Regular updates to the list depend on:
- Jobs and Skills Australia research
- Current Australian job market trends
- Tasmania’s specific workforce needs
Understanding these occupation lists is crucial for anyone seeking permanent residency through Tasmania state nomination. The critical roles list fast-tracks processing, while TOSOL determines your immediate eligibility for specific nomination pathways.
Meeting Salary Requirements
Salary requirements are a significant part of Tasmania’s state nomination process. Learning about these thresholds will help you determine if you qualify and your priority status for nomination.
Minimum salary thresholds
Your base salary is vital to your nomination application. Migration Tasmania has set up three key salary tiers:
- High Income Threshold: A base salary of AUD 150,174.36 per year or AUD 76.01 per hour
- Standard Income Threshold: A base salary of AUD 111,845.64 per year or AUD 56.60 per hour
- Base Income Threshold: A base salary of AUD 103,359.74 per year or AUD 52.31 per hour
Your annual salary calculation should include:
- Regular wages
- Leave payments
- Weekend and public holiday penalties
- Work outside regular hours penalties
- Commissions
- Salary packaging deductions
All the same, you must exclude these components from salary calculations:
- Mandatory employer superannuation
- Allowances
- Bonuses
- Overtime payments
- Scholarships
- Reimbursements
The 25% loading rate doesn’t count towards the base salary for casual workers. You might still qualify for priority attributes through regular work that attracts penalty rates, especially when you work consistently on weekends or public holidays.
Industry-specific measures
Your pay needs to line up with local market salary rates. Migration Tasmania asks for proof that your pay matches industry standards through at least two of these methods:
- Industrial Awards: Reference to relevant awards or enterprise agreements, specifying your salary classification level. Note that award rates are minimum expectations, while actual market rates might be higher
- Market Research: Acceptable sources include:
- Hays Salary guides
- SmartMatch salary data
- Recent job advertisements (within six months) for similar positions
- Remuneration surveys from reputable organisations
- Written advice from unions or employer associations
SmartMatch gives immediate salary insights from data across 1,000 industries. These measures look at various factors:
- Regional cost of living
- Local demand
- Industry standards
- Economic conditions
- Experience levels
- Educational qualifications
Roles classified as ANZSCO Skill Level 1-3 with salaries near the National Minimum Wage (AUD 36.85 per hour) don’t meet skilled employment criteria. Your employment terms should match or exceed what Australian permanent residents and citizens get in similar roles.
Migration Tasmania sees salaries above AUD 111,845.64 as strong indicators of skilled employment. Therefore, your employment contract should show annual earnings that match these measures and comply with Fair Work Ombudsman’s National Employment Standards.
Employment Verification Process
Getting Tasmania state nomination needs really good documentation to verify your employment credentials. A clear understanding of eligibility criteria, contract details, and required documents will give a smooth application process.
Employer eligibility
Your employer needs to meet specific criteria to support your nomination application. The business must operate actively in Tasmania for at least 12 months. Migration Tasmania assesses employer eligibility based on:
- Business setup and operational history
- Fair Work Ombudsman’s standards compliance
- Market salary rate match
- Real need for the position
Migration Tasmania may contact employers to verify details. Your employer should understand and support your nomination application, especially if you have a Temporary Skill Shortage visa (subclass 482).
Contract requirements
Your employment contract should show several key elements to qualify for state nomination:
- Duration and Hours:
- 12-month minimum contract with three months left when you apply
- 20 hours weekly average over the last six months
- Salary and Benefits:
- Pay rates that match Australian market standards
- Same conditions as Australian citizens get
- National Employment Standards compliance
Casual positions without formal contracts need proof of:
- Job offer details
- Pay conditions that match National Employment Standards
- Relevant awards or enterprise agreements
Work experience documentation
Migration Tasmania needs detailed documentation to verify your employment claims. Key documents include:
Primary Documentation:
- Valid skills assessment (within three years)
- Current resume with employment history
- Signed employment contracts showing pay, conditions, duties
- Pay slips for your whole employment period
Supporting Evidence:
- Tax assessment notice or employer payment summary
- Superannuation fund list with employer contributions
- Bank statements showing salary deposits
You need at least two of these items to show market-rate pay:
- Industrial award references with salary classification
- Recent market salary surveys
- Similar position job ads
- Written advice from unions or employer groups
For recruitment proof, include:
- Full job ad copies with dates and locations
- Dated employer communication records
- Recruitment agency emails if used
Your duties should match 70% of ANZSCO occupation requirements when employment relates to skills assessment. Subcontractors must show:
- Related skills assessment
- 12 months of Tasmania business activity
Migration Tasmania checks all documents carefully. False or misleading information will get your application refused. They might send details to the Department of Home Affairs. Keep your documentation current and genuine throughout the process.
Conclusion
Tasmania’s state nomination programme paves the way to Australian permanent residency. The state currently has 2,860 spots open across both visa types. Your success rate goes up substantially when you know how the priority attributes system works, along with occupation lists and salary requirements.
Your application must have proper employment verification documents and match the market salary rates for your job. You need an employer that’s at least 12 months old in Tasmania, and your position should match ANZSCO skill levels 1-3.
An impressive 87% approval rate shows Tasmania’s open arms to skilled migrants. Put together solid proof of your qualifications, work experience, and salary details. Your documentation should stay current throughout the process to avoid any holdups.
Meeting the simple nomination criteria makes you eligible, while priority attributes improve your chances and speed things up. Get started on your paperwork early. Double-check all requirements and make sure your job fits what Tasmania needs in its workforce. This approach will help you secure a successful nomination.