Introduction
In Australia’s competitive migration landscape, Tasmania offers a promising alternative with ample opportunities for skilled professionals and international students. With generous visa quotas and a welcoming environment, Tasmania stands out as a viable pathway to permanent residency. Beyond migration advantages, Tasmania boasts a growing economy across various sectors and a cost-effective living environment. This article delves into the reasons why Tasmania is becoming a preferred destination for those seeking quality education, career opportunities, and a fulfilling life in Australia.
Migration Status in Tasmania in 2025
While migration to other Australian State and Territories is very competitive, there will be lots of room for you to migrate to Tasmania.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
In the Financial Year of 2024 – 2025, the 190 visa quotation for Tasmania is 2100 places. However, there were only 2,166 applications. This means the applicants had more than 90 percent of being invited to apply for a 190 Tasmania visa.
| Nomination numbers | 1654 out of 2100 placed used |
| Nomination applications lodged but not decided | 125 |
| Invitations to apply for nomination issued but not yet accepted | 49 |
| Registrations of Interest (ROI) | 338 |
- Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
Similar to the 190 visa, there is a very high chance of getting a 491 visa in Tasmania. In the Financial Year 2024 – 2025, only 610 out of 760 places were filled, indicating favorable conditions for applicants.
| Nomination numbers | 610 out of 760 placed used |
| Nomination applications lodged but not decided | 72 |
| Invitations to apply for nomination issued but not yet accepted | 25 |
| Registrations of Interest (ROI) | 282 |
Many other states in Australia had to close ROIs for the 190 and 491 visa before 30 June each year because they don’t have available places. However, the story in Tasmania is different. In 2024 – 2025, they quota wasn’t filled up. This suggests that you will have a very high chance of getting permanent residency to Tasmania.
Visa Benefits if studying at Tasmania
Tasmania is classified as a regional area, providing significant benefits to international students. Studying and living in Tasmania for at least two years full-time allows you to:
- Extend your stay in Australia after graduation, with an additional year under a 485 visa in designated regional area category 1, and up to two additional years in category 2.
- Earn an extra 5 points towards your total score when applying for a skilled visa to migrate to Australia.
Employment Opportunities in Tasmania
Employment Opportunities
Many international students may be afraid that there may be less job opportunities in Tasmania than other big cities in Australia. However, in fact, there are many exciting employment opportunities available for international students who choose to work while or after study. Tourism & Hospitality, Heath Care, Engineering & Construction, Retails and Education Services are key industries across the state. Moreover, with relatively fewer applicants per job opening, Tasmania offers favourable conditions for job seekers. In other words, normally, there are not many candidates applying for one advertised position, you will have a high chance of getting the job offer.
| February Quarter 2025 | February Quarter 2024 | |
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 16.6% | 17.1% |
| Retail Trade | 10.1% | 9.4% |
| Construction | 9.3% | 8.9% |
| Education and Training | 8.8% | 9.1% |
Largest Employment Industry in Tasmania
- Why studying at TasTAFE helps boost the opportunities of getting a job?
TasTAFE is a government based training organisation, providing high quality of training for a range of fields, including all the high-demanding fields such as health care, construction, cookery and education and training.
Moreover, TasTAFE will provide you with valuable opportunities to connect with local industry and professional network, which increases a chance of getting a job in Tasmania and migrate to this state.
Affordable living cost
Tasmania has one of the lowest crime rates in Australia and is renowned for its friendly and approachable people. The overall cost of living in Tasmania’s cities is significantly lower than that of many other cities, while Hobart is the cheapest capital city to live in Australia.
For example, as of 2025, the average living cost in Sydney is $4,500 per month, in Melbourne it is $4,000, and in Brisbane it is $3,800. However, the living cost in Hobart is significantly lower at $3,200 per month.
Apart from the low living cost, the tuition fee at TasTAFE is very affordable compared to other TAFEs in Australia, making Tasmania and TasTAFE a very attractive destination for international students.
Need help with study and migration to Tasmania? Contact SOL Edu and Migration at 07 3003 1899 or hello@solmigration.com today.