Visa Subclass   Eligibility List Legislative Instrument
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)
STSOL
IMMI 19/051 • 28 Mar 2026
Subclass 491 (State/Territory nominated)
STSOL
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)
STSOL
IMMI 19/050 • 14 Dec 2024
State Eligibility
DAMA List Concessions Notes
English TSMIT / CSIT Age PR Pathway Skills & Experience
WA Pilbara up to 55 – –
NT Northern Territory up to 55 Type B –
WA The Goldfields up to 55 ACWA –
WA South West up to 55 ACWA –
SA South Australia Regional up to 55 Relevant Skills Assessing Authority –
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: 4
COMMUNITY AND PERSONAL SERVICE WORKERS
Sub-Major Group: 41
Health and Welfare Support Workers
Minor Group: 411
Health and Welfare Support Workers
Unit Group: 4117
Welfare Support Workers
ANZSCO 411713: Family Support Worker
Description
Assists the work of Social Workers and Welfare Workers by providing services and support to families.
Unit Group 4117: Welfare Support Workers
Description
WELF ARE SUPPOR T WORKERS provide support, information and advice to clients on emotional, financial, recreational, health, housing and other social welfare matters, and evaluate and coordinate the services of welfare and community service agencies.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2013, Unit Group 4117: Welfare Support Workers, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • Assessing clients' needs and planning, developing and implementing educational,
  • Training and support programs
  • Interviewing clients and assessing the nature and extent of dif ficulties
  • Referring clients to agencies that can provide additional help
  • Assessing community need and resources for health, welfare, housing, employment,
  • Training and other facilities and services
  • Liaising with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies and private
  • Businesses about community issues and promoting awareness of community resources
  • And services
  • Supporting families and providing education and care for children and disabled persons
  • In adult service units, group housing and government institutions
  • Supervising of fenders on probation and parole
  • Assisting young people to solve social, emotional and financial problems
  • Preparing submissions for funding and resources, and reports to government bodies and
  • Other agencies
  • Occupations:
Description
WELFARE SUPPORT WORKERS provide support, information and advice to clients on emotional, financial, recreational, health, housing and other social welfare matters, and evaluate and coordinate the services of welfare and community service agencies.
In Australia and New Zealand:
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia:
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
In New Zealand:
NZ Register Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Source
Australian Bureau of Statistics, 2022, Unit Group 4117: Welfare Support Workers, viewed on 12-Feb-2025
Tasks
  • Assessing clients' needs and planning, developing and implementing educational, training and support programs
  • Interviewing clients and assessing the nature and extent of difficulties
  • Monitoring and reporting on the progress of clients
  • Referring clients to agencies that can provide additional help
  • Assessing community need and resources for health, welfare, housing, employment, training and other facilities and services
  • Liaising with community groups, welfare agencies, government bodies and private businesses about community issues and promoting awareness of community resources and services
  • Supporting families and providing education and care for children and disabled persons in adult service units, group housing and government institutions
  • Supervising offenders on probation and parole
  • Assisting young people to solve social, emotional and financial problems
  • Preparing submissions for funding and resources, and reports to government bodies and other agencies
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
411713: Family Support Worker
National (AUS) ACT NSW NT QLD SA TAS VIC WA
NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS NS
What is the Occupation Shortage List (OSL)?
Jobs and Skills Australia – Occupation Shortage Analysis
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, ANZSCO 2022