Roof Plumber is assessed separately from Plumber (General), even though both sit in the same occupation group. If your work also covers water supply, sanitary or gasfitting tasks, tell us, because your evidence and occupation choice may need to reflect more than roofing work alone. See our plumber page if general plumbing is closer to your work.
If an approved employer will sponsor you, the 482 is the usual starting point. After two years with the same employer you may move to the 186. The 186 Direct Entry stream needs a positive skills assessment and at least three years of experience.
Regional employer (494)
A provisional visa with a path to PR, for employers outside Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
No sponsor (189, 190, 491)
You need at least 65 points, a positive skills assessment and competent English. State nomination adds 5 points. A regional visa adds 15. Check your score with our points calculator guide.
Your TRA skills assessment
TRA has separate programs for visa purposes and for licensing. The program that leads to a licence pathway can also matter for your visa. It is called the Offshore Skills Assessment Program, and it issues an Offshore Technical Skills Record (OTSR).The right program depends on your visa, your location and your evidence. We confirm it before you pay any fee. Read our skills assessment guide for the full process.
Each state and territory runs its own plumbing licensing. In Victoria, the Building and Plumbing Commission (BPC) regulates plumbing, including a roofing and stormwater class. After a successful TRA assessment, you can usually apply to the state for a provisional licence, registration or certificate in the roofing class. Cost, time and the path to a full licence differ by state. Tell us where you plan to work. We plan your visa around the licensing path for that state.
Evidence to gather early
1. Your trade qualification or apprenticeship record 2. Employer references that describe your actual work, such as wall, floor or roof tiling tasks 3. Payslips, tax records and bank statements that match your claimed dates 4. Your passport and English test result
Roof plumber visa questions
Everything you need to know about the our process.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Are stonemasons eligible for the Skills in Demand visa?
It depends on your visa, your state and your timing. Licensing usually follows a TRA outcome, and it affects when you can start work. We map this out before you lodge.
Talk to a Registered Migration Agent
Book a $110 consultation. We will confirm your occupation, your best visa and your next step. Visit our Truganina office or Melbourne CBD office, or meet by phone or video. Need advice fast? An urgent consultation is $220.
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