The Agricultural and Horticultural Sector involve the growing of crops and resources and the rearing of animals. The Agriculture and Horticulture industries in Australia rely heavily on international workers and working holiday makers. Due to COVID-19 and international border closures, the Agricultural and Horticultural sectors experienced a significant reduction in skilled workers and manual labour. The reopening of Australia’s borders has allowed these industries to restart. If you are interested in travelling to Australia as a working holiday maker or if you have skills in the Agricultural or Horticultural sectors, VisaEnvoy can assist you in determining the best visa pathway.
Skilled Migration
Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List (PMSOL)
The Priority Migration Skilled Occupation List indicates the relevant occupations that are in high demand in Australia to fill labour shortages in various sectors due to the impacts of COVID-19. The following occupation related to Agriculture and Horticulture are on this list:
Employer sponsored nominations and visa applications with an occupation on the PMSOL will be given priority processing.
Occupations in the Agriculture and Horticulture Industry
There are several types of occupations that are valuable to the Aged Care industry. For further information regarding the skills and qualifications of agricultural and horticultural-related occupations see below:
- Agricultural Consultant – ANZSCO 234111
- Agricultural Engineer – ANZSCO 233912
- Agricultural Scientist – ANZSCO 234112
- Agricultural Technician – ANZSCO 311111
- Animal Attendants and Trainers Nec – ANZSCO 361199
- Aquaculture Farmer – ANZSCO 121111
- Beef Cattle Farmer – ANZSCO 121312
- Cotton Grower – ANZSCO 121111
- Crop Farmers Nec – ANZSCO 121299
- Dairy Cattle Farmer – ANZSCO 121313
- Earth Science Technician – ANZSCO 311412
- Environmental Consultant – ANZSCO 234312
- Environmental Engineer – ANZSCO 233915
- Environmental Manager – ANZSCO 139912
- Environmental Research Scientist – ANZSCO 234313
- Environmental Scientists Nec – ANZSCO 234399
- Flower Grower – ANZSCO 121212
- Fruit or Nut Grower – ANZSCO 121213
- Gardener (General) – ANZSCO 362211
- Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower – ANZSCO 121214
- Grape Grower – ANZSCO 121215
- Horse Breeder – ANZSCO 121316
- NEW Horticultural Supervisor or Specialist – ANZSCO 363114
- NEW Irrigation Technician – ANZSCO 362712
- Livestock Farmers Nec – ANZSCO 121399
- Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer – ANZSCO 121411
- Mixed Crop Farmer – ANZSCO 121216
- Mixed Livestock Farmer – ANZSCO 121317
- Production Manager (Forestry) – ANZSCO 133511
- Vegetable Grower – ANZSCO 121221
- Veterinarian – ANZSCO 234711
- Veterinary Nurse – ANZSCO 361311
Additional information regarding Employer Sponsored Visas can be found here.
Short Term Skilled Occupation List – PR Pathways
The following occupations in the Health Sector are on the Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL):
- Animal Attendants and Trainers Nec – ANZSCO 361199
- Aquaculture Farmer – ANZSCO 121111
- Earth Science Technician – ANZSCO 311412
- Flower Grower – ANZSCO 121212
- Grape Grower – ANZSCO 121215
- Mixed Livestock Farmer – ANZSCO 121317
- Production Manager (Forestry) – ANZSCO 133511
- Vegetable Grower – ANZSCO 121221
- Veterinary Nurse – ANZSCO 361311
For information regarding the available pathways to permanent residency in Australia for occupations on the STSOL, see our page here.
Visa Options for the Agricultural and Horticultural Sector
The Agricultural and Horticultural sector involve farming and cultivation practices of crops and animals. These industries in Australia are commonplace for working holiday makers and temporary workers. To utilise your skills in agriculture and horticulture, the following visa options are available:
- Agriculture Visa (Subclass 403)
- Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
- Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)
Agriculture Visa (Subclass 403)
The Agriculture Visa was introduced in September 2021 to restart skilled worker migration for the agricultural and horticultural sector. This visa allows approved employers eligible to sponsor to hire workers through the Australian Agriculture Worker Program.
Working Holiday Visa (Subclass 417)
The Working Holiday Visa permits the following applicants to have an extended holiday for up to 12 months in Australia and support themselves financially with short-term work.
- Applicants must be between the ages of 18 and 30 (inclusive)
- Applicants with Canadian, French or Irish citizenship must be between the ages of 18 and 35 (inclusive)
Work and Holiday Visa (Subclass 462)
The Work and Holiday Visa allows eligible tourists between the age of 18 and 30 to remain in Australia for an extended holiday and participate in short-term work. This visa is valid for 12 months.
Book an appointment today for a commitment free briefing with our Registered Migration Agents to find more about your visa options.
