How to Apply for PR as a Painter / Painting Trades Worker in Australia
- RACC Australia - Education and Migration Services
- 5 days ago
- 3 min read
Painter PR Australia is a realistic and in-demand pathway for skilled Painting Trades Workers looking to secure permanent residency. If you are working as a painter or planning to qualify in Australia, understanding the right qualifications, skills assessment pathways, and visa options is essential to building a strong PR strategy.
This guide breaks down how to become eligible, which visas you can apply for, and why Painter PR Australia is currently attracting strong interest across multiple states.
Qualifications Required for Painter PR Australia
To qualify as a Painting Trades Worker in Australia, you will generally need one of the following nationally recognised qualifications:
AQF Qualifications
AQF Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
AQF Certificate IV in Painting and Decorating
These qualifications provide the technical skills and workplace competency required for both employment and migration purposes.
Skills Assessment Through Trade Recognition Australia (TRA)
A positive skills assessment is mandatory for Painter PR Australia. Painting Trades Workers are assessed by Trade Recognition Australia (TRA).
TRA Skills Assessment Pathways for Painters
Job Ready Program (JRP): Designed for international student graduates who completed their trade qualification in Australia. After completing at least 12 months of relevant paid employment under the program, applicants may become eligible for skilled migration visas.
Offshore Skills Assessment Program (OSAP): For applicants who obtained their skills and experience outside Australia.
Migration Skills Assessment (MSA): For experienced painters who meet TRA’s qualification and employment criteria.
Choosing the correct pathway depends on where you studied, where you gained work experience, and your current visa status.
English Language Requirements
For Painter PR Australia, applicants must meet English language requirements based on the visa subclass they are applying for. Accepted tests include:
IELTS
PTE Academic
Other approved English tests
Most applicants must demonstrate at least Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent), but the exact English requirement will depend on the visa you apply for, as some skilled or state-nominated visas may require higher scores. Higher English scores may increase your points for skilled migration.
Visa Options Available for Painter PR Australia
Painter is listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), making it eligible for a wide range of visa pathways.
Skilled Migration Visas
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
State sponsored 190 visa
State sponsored regional 491 visa
Recent invitation rounds have shown that painters may receive invitations from as low as 70 points, depending on the state and pathway.
Employer-Sponsored Visas
Subclass 482 Skills in Demand visa (Labour Agreement stream)
Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Subclass 407 Training visa
These pathways can lead to permanent residency with the right employer support and long-term planning.
Demand for Painting Trades Workers in Australia
With ongoing housing construction, infrastructure development, and regional workforce shortages, Painting Trades Workers remain in demand across several Australian states. This demand strengthens the outlook for Painter PR Australia, particularly for applicants with Australian qualifications and local work experience.
How to Apply for PR as a Painter in Australia: Book a Consultation
Painter PR Australia offers multiple routes to permanent residency, but success depends on correct qualification selection, the right TRA skills assessment pathway, and a tailored visa strategy.
If you are a Painting Trades Worker and want to understand your PR options clearly, book a consultation with our migration team to get professional advice that can help you avoid costly mistakes and delays.
