Queensland State Nomination Skills List 2025–26
The list covers onshore applicants, offshore applicants, and streamlined occupations for those in the building and construction industries.
Each year, Australian states and territories publish their skills lists based on workforce needs. These lists guide which skilled professionals and tradespeople are eligible for state nomination.
For Queensland, the 2025-26 Skills List reflects demand in areas such as construction, engineering, healthcare, education, ICT, and trade occupations. Whether you are already in Australia or applying from overseas, being on this list can open the door to permanent residency opportunities.
Onshore Skills List
The onshore list highlights occupations that are currently needed in Queensland and are open to applicants already living in Australia. Key professions include:
Construction, Engineering and Production Managers
Sales and Marketing Managers
Accommodation and Hospitality Managers
Child Care Centre Managers
Engineering Professionals
Agricultural, Environmental and Forestry Scientists
Urban and Regional Planners
Teachers
Health Professionals
ICT Professionals
Psychologists, Counsellors and Social Workers
Automotive Trades Workers
Painters
Chefs, Cooks
Boat Builders and Repairers
Dental Technician
Enrolled Nurses
If you are already in Australia and working in one of these fields, you may have a strong pathway to Queensland state nomination.
Streamlined Occupations in Building and Construction
Queensland has also introduced a streamlined pathway for certain building and construction occupations. This is designed to address critical shortages in the sector.
Streamlined roles include:
Construction and Engineering Managers
Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians
Fabrication Engineering Trades Workers
Mechanical Engineering Trades Workers
Bricklayers, Carpenters, Joiners and Floor Finishers
Glaziers, Plasterers and Tilers
Plumbers and Electricians
Electronics and Telecommunications Trades Workers
Offshore Skills List
For applicants applying from overseas, Queensland also provides opportunities under its offshore skills list. Key areas include:
Construction and Engineering Managers
Engineering Professionals
Geologists and Hydrologists
Urban and Regional Planners
Teachers and Registered Nurses
Medical Imaging and Health Therapy Professionals
Psychologists
Building and Engineering Technicians
Fabrication Engineering Trades Workers
Electricians and Telecommunications Trades Workers
Bricklayers, Carpenters and Joiners
Plumbers
These occupations are considered priority areas for Queensland’s workforce planning, making it possible for skilled professionals outside Australia to be nominated.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Queensland Skills List?
It is a list of occupations identified by the Queensland Government as being in demand for skilled migration. Applicants with these skills may be eligible for state nomination.
Who can apply under the onshore list?
The onshore list is for applicants already living in Australia with eligible skills and work experience.
Can offshore applicants apply?
Yes. The offshore list identifies occupations in high demand that are open to overseas applicants.
Will the list change during the year?
Yes, the list is reviewed regularly. Occupations may be added or removed depending on Queensland’s workforce needs.
The Queensland Skills List 2025-26 highlights strong demand for skilled workers across health, education, construction, ICT, and trades. Whether you are in Australia or overseas, being on this list can open the door to exciting migration opportunities.
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