Visa Subclass   Eligibility List Legislative Instrument
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 491 (State/Territory nominated)
ROL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored) IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 485 (Graduate) IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 482 (SID) Core Skills stream
CSOL
IMMI 24/089 • 07 Nov 2025
Subclass 482 (DAMA)
Subclass 186 (ENS) Direct Entry stream
CSOL
IMMI 24/093 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 187 (RSMS)
Subclass 494 (SESR) Employer sponsored stream
ROL
IMMI 19/219 • 14 Dec 2024
Subclass 407 (Training)
ROL
IMMI 19/050 • 14 Dec 2024
State Eligibility
DAMA List Concessions Notes
English TSMIT / CSIT Age PR Pathway Skills & Experience
WA East Kimberley up to 55 Category 1 –
NT Northern Territory up to 55 Type A –
WA Western Australia up to 55 – Available in Metro Perth
An EOI that meets all requirements and has all fields completed can be submitted. Submitted EOIs are eligible for selection in an invitation round, by a State and Territory government agency or Austrade, depending on the selected visa subclass.
Select month and year to view Submitted, Invited and Lodged counts for all visa subclasses.
Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa
(Points-tested stream)
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 190
Skilled Nominated visa
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 491
Family Sponsored stream
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Subclass 491
State Sponsored stream
Pts Submitted Invited Lodged
Source
Department of Home Affairs, SkillSelect. Updated monthly; subject to change.
ANZSCO Details
Major Group: 2
PROFESSIONALS
Sub-Major Group: 23
Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals
Minor Group: 231
Air and Marine Transport Professionals
Unit Group: 2311
Air Transport Professionals
ANZSCO 231114: Helicopter Pilot
Description
Flies helicopters to transport passengers, mail or freight, or provide agricultural, aviation or aerial surveillance services. Registration or licensing is required.
Unit Group 2311: Air Transport Professionals
Description
AIR TRANSPOR T PROFESSIONALS fly and navigate aircraft, control and direct air traf fic to ensure the safe and ef ficient operation of aircraft in flight and on the ground, and instruct students in flying aircraft.
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Aeroplane and Helicopter Pilots require a prescribed minimum amount of flying experience in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1). Registration or licensing is required.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2013, Unit Group 2311: Air Transport Professionals, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • Preparing and submitting flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather
  • Conditions and aircraft performance
  • Flying aircraft in accordance with established air traf fic control and aircraft operating
  • Procedures
  • Providing flight information for flight crews and air traf fic services staf f
  • Controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-of fs and landings by
  • Providing pre-flight briefings and aeronautical information services
  • Completing cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are
  • Acceptable for flight
  • Monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition
  • Giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training
  • Flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft
  • Occupations:
Description
AIR TRANSPORT PROFESSIONALS fly and navigate aircraft, control and direct air traffic to ensure the safe and efficient operation of aircraft in flight and on the ground, and instruct students in flying aircraft.
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with a bachelor degree or higher qualification. At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification. Aeroplane and Helicopter Pilots require a prescribed minimum amount of flying experience in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 1).
Registration or licensing is required.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2022, Unit Group 2311: Air Transport Professionals, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • Preparing and submitting flight plans giving consideration to factors such as weather conditions and aircraft performance
  • Flying aircraft in accordance with established air traffic control and aircraft operating procedures
  • Providing flight information for flight crews and air traffic services staff
  • Controlling aircraft movements, and directing aircraft taxiing, take-offs and landings by radio
  • Providing pre-flight briefings and aeronautical information services
  • Completing cockpit preparations and external inspections to determine that aircraft are acceptable for flight
  • Monitoring aircraft performance and reporting on mechanical condition
  • Giving in-flight instruction, supervising solo flights, accompanying students on training flights and demonstrating techniques for controlling aircraft
2025 Occupation Shortage List
The 2025 Occupation Shortage List (OSL) provides a detailed view of occupations in shortage in Australia and by each state and territory. The OSL is released annually by Jobs and Skills Australia.
Occupation Ratings: NS → No Shortage; R → Regional Shortage; S → Shortage; M → Metropolitan Shortage
231114: Helicopter Pilot
National (AUS) ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA
S S S S S S S S S
What is the Occupation Shortage List (OSL)?
Jobs and Skills Australia – Occupation Shortage Analysis
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, ANZSCO 2022