Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathways (TSE) Breakdown
- RACC Australia - Education and Migration Services
- Oct 10
- 7 min read
Updated: Oct 17
The Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathways (TSE) provides opportunities for skilled workers to secure state nomination under the Subclass 190 and 491 visas. This program supports individuals who are already working in Tasmania and contribute to the state’s growing economy. Whether you are in healthcare, education, or another skilled profession, the TSE pathway could be your route to Australian permanent residency.
Subclass 190 – Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)
The Subclass 190 – Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE) pathway is designed for skilled workers currently employed in Tasmania in roles closely related to their skills assessment.
190 TSE – Minimum Requirements
To qualify for this pathway, you must:
Have worked in Tasmania in a role within the same ANZSCO 3-digit group as your skills assessment for:
At least 9 months, or
6 months if your occupation is in teaching, health, or allied health.
Hold a skills assessment listed as a TSE Priority Occupation.
Meet any occupational caveats listed for your occupation.
Have worked an average of at least 20 hours per week during the qualifying period.
If self-employed or a contractor, you must:
Hold a relevant skills assessment, and
Demonstrate 12 months of business activity in Tasmania.
TSE Long-Term Employment Option
This option allows applicants with any skills assessment to qualify if they have:
Worked in Tasmania in a related role for at least 15 months immediately before applying.
Maintained employment that complies with occupational caveats.
A salary of at least $57,000 per year or $28.85 per hour (excluding penalties, bonuses, or casual loading).
You must currently live in Tasmania and intend to continue residing there. Dependents must also reside in Tasmania for a minimum of three months before applying.
190 TSE – Employment and Conditions
Your employer must:
Be a well-established Tasmanian business operating for at least 12 months.
Offer pay and conditions equal to or better than those for Australian citizens or permanent residents.
Provide a minimum 12-month contract with at least three months remaining when applying for nomination.
Casual employment is acceptable as long as it complies with the Fair Work Ombudsman's standards.
190 TSE – Priority Attributes
Tasmania prioritises candidates with substantial employment and contribution profiles. Applicants with higher salary levels or employment in critical sectors are ranked more competitively.
Gold, Green, and Orange-plus attributes are used to prioritise invitations.
Candidates earning at least $57,000/year or $28.85/hour are considered for high-priority selection.
Gold | Points |
You have a skills assessment in health, allied health, or teaching, and have worked in a related job for the past six months, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 1000 |
Green | Points |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for the past two years in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 500 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for 18 months to less than two years in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 300 |
Orange Plus | Points |
You’ve earned at least $102,956 a year or $52.10 an hour for the past 12 weeks. | 40 |
You have at least two years of Australian work experience in the same field as your skills assessment and are now earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 30 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for over 12 months but less than 18 months in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 30 |
Orange | Points |
You have been earning a base salary ranging from $76,515 to $102,956 per year, or between $38.72 and $52.10 per hour, for at least the past 12 weeks. | 15 |
You have been earning a base salary between $68,863 and $76,515 per year, or between $34.85 and $38.72 per hour, for at least the past 12 weeks. | 10 |
You have worked in Tasmania for more than nine months but less than two years in a position unrelated to your skills assessment, currently earning a base salary of at least $57,000 per year or $28.85 per hour. | 6 |
Your spouse has worked in Tasmania for the last six months in a job paying at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 4 |
You’ve lived in Tasmania for more than 3 years continuously | 2 |
You have Proficient or Superior English, or you’re exempt from the English requirement because of your passport country. | 1 |
Your spouse has finished at least an AQF Level 6 course from a Tasmanian education provider, studied in Tasmania. | 1 |
190 TSE – Required Documents
Applicants must provide comprehensive evidence supporting their employment and eligibility, including:
Passport bio-data page
Skills assessment (valid within the last 3 years)
English proficiency test results
Employment contracts, payslips, and ATO income statements
Superannuation and bank statements
Proof of Tasmanian residence and arrival
Evidence of compliance with Fair Work requirements
Providing false or misleading information will result in application refusal and potential reporting to relevant agencies.
Subclass 491 – Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)
The Subclass 491 – Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE) pathway supports skilled workers in regional Tasmania seeking provisional residency, which can lead to a permanent visa later.
491 TSE – Minimum Requirements
Depending on your salary level, requirements vary:
If earning at least $57,000/year or $28.85/hour:
Worked in Tasmania for at least 9 months immediately before applying.
Averaged 20 hours per week during the qualifying period.
Currently living and intending to stay in Tasmania.
Dependents must live in Tasmania.
If earning below $57,000/year but above the National Minimum Wage:
Worked in Tasmania for at least 12 months.
Averaged 20 hours per week during this period.
Must show a genuine ongoing role and intent to remain employed in Tasmania.
Employers must confirm severe recruitment difficulty and potential career advancement.
For self-employed individuals:
Must hold a relevant skills assessment, and
Have 12 months of business activity in Tasmania.
491 TSE – Employment and Conditions
Your employer must be a well-established business that has been operating for at least 12 months. Employment terms must be fair and compliant with Australian workplace standards, ensuring salaries match local market rates.
A minimum 12-month contract with an ongoing role is necessary. Casual roles are acceptable under the National Employment Standards.
491 TSE – Priority Attributes
Similar to the Subclass 190 pathway, the 491 TSE pathway prioritises candidates with strong contributions and relevant experience in Tasmania.
Candidates with higher salaries or those in priority sectors are ranked first.
Orange-plus attribute holders are prioritised after Gold and Green pass applicants.
Gold | Points |
You have a skills assessment in health, allied health, or teaching, and have worked in a related job for the past six months, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 1000 |
Green | Points |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for the past two years in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 500 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for 18 months to less than two years in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 300 |
Orange Plus | Points |
You’ve earned at least $102,956 a year or $52.10 an hour for the past 12 weeks. | 40 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for the past 18 months in a job not directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 35 |
You have at least two years of Australian work experience in the same industry as your skills assessment (but not directly related) and are earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 30 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for over 12 months but less than 18 months in a job directly related to your skills assessment, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 30 |
Orange | Points |
You have been earning a base salary ranging from $76,515 to $102,956 per year, or between $38.72 and $52.10 per hour, for at least the past 12 weeks. | 15 |
You have been earning a base salary between $68,863 and $76,515 per year, or between $34.85 and $38.72 per hour, for at least the past 12 weeks. | 10 |
You have worked in Tasmania for more than nine months but less than two years in a position unrelated to your skills assessment, currently earning a base salary of at least $57,000 per year or $28.85 per hour. | 6 |
You’ve worked in Tasmania for the past 12 months in a job in the same industry as your skills assessment, though not directly related, earning at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 6 |
You work in a job that pays above the National Minimum Wage but below $57,000 a year ($28.85 an hour) and have a skills assessment for this role. | 4 |
Your spouse has worked in Tasmania for the last six months in a job paying at least $57,000 a year or $28.85 an hour. | 4 |
You work in a job that pays above the National Minimum Wage but below $57,000 a year ($28.85 an hour) and have a related qualification (at least Certificate III, excluding online courses or Recognition of Prior Learning). | 2 |
You have lived in Tasmania continuously for more than three years. | 2 |
You have Proficient / Superior English, or you have an exemption to the English language requirements based on your passport country. | 1 |
Your spouse has completed a minimum AQF Level 6 qualification through a Tasmanian education provider, undertaken in Tasmania. | 1 |
491 TSE – Required Documents
Mandatory documentation includes:
Passport and EOI details
Skills assessment (within 3 years)
Proof of English proficiency
Employment contracts, pay evidence, and tax documents.
Proof of Tasmanian residence and travel
Employer statement confirming recruitment difficulty (if applicable)
Superannuation and salary statements
Market rate evidence for your position
Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathways (TSE): Book Consultation
The Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathways (TSE) program offers skilled professionals an excellent opportunity to secure state nomination for the Subclass 190 or 491 visa. By maintaining consistent employment, meeting salary thresholds, and fulfilling documentation requirements, you can strengthen your eligibility for Australian permanent residency.
Book a Consultation with RACC if you’re considering applying for Tasmanian state nomination. Now is the time to prepare your application with complete evidence and accurate information.
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