External Auditor — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
- 85 points— November 2024 roundView all rounds →
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 400–600via Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand· ~8-12 weeks processing
- Salary range (Australia)
- AUD 78k–160kfull-time gross AUD, P10–P90 band, 2025–26 indicative
All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing External Auditor for migration purposes is handled by: CPAA, CAANZ, IPA.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
External Auditor × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
External Auditors (ANZSCO 221213), listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), are eligible for the permanent Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. The Subclass 190 requires formal nomination from an Australian state or territory government and is points-tested. Applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from CPA Australia, Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ), or the Institute of Public Accountants (IPA) before submitting an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. The assessment evaluates audit qualifications, professional experience, and membership credentials against Australian accounting and assurance standards. State or territory nomination adds five points to the SkillSelect score. Applicants must be under 45 and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 14 months. Successful applicants are generally expected to live and work in the nominating state for a defined period following visa grant. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for External Auditor
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for External Auditor
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.