Licensed Club Manager sits on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL). The federal data file for ANZSCO 141411 confirms three open channels — all employer-sponsored: Subclass 186 Direct Entry, 494, and 482 Core Skills.
What's not available: Subclass 189, 190, and 491 — closed for 141411.
This guide walks through each open pathway, the VETASSESS skills assessment, and a realistic timeline.
Open pathways at a glance
| Visa | Status | Speed to PR | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subclass 186 Direct Entry | Open ✅ | 6-18 months | Direct PR via employer sponsor — fastest |
| Subclass 494 (Regional Employer) | Open ✅ | ~60 months | Provisional 5y → 191 PR after 3y regional |
| Subclass 482 Core Skills | Open ✅ | 30-36 months | Up to 4y employer-sponsored, transitions to 186 TRT |
| Subclass 189 / 190 / 491 | Closed | — | Not available for this code |
Pathway 1 — Subclass 186 Direct Entry (fastest)
Subclass 186 Direct Entry is direct PR via an employer sponsor. Requirements:
- Positive VETASSESS skills assessment
- Competent English (IELTS 6 each band, OET / PTE / TOEFL / CAE equivalent)
- Under 45 at lodgement (limited exemptions)
- At least three years post-qualification work experience
- Employer must be an approved Standard Business Sponsor
- Employer nomination citing ANZSCO 141411 with annual salary above the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold
Realistic 186 Direct Entry sponsors include the major RSL clubs and leagues clubs (Mounties, Penrith Panthers, Wests Group, Souths Cares, Canterbury Bulldogs Leagues, Twin Towns), large golf and bowls clubs, surf life saving clubs, and major community / multicultural clubs.
Pathway 2 — Subclass 494 (employer-sponsored regional)
Subclass 494 is the regional cousin of 186 → employer-sponsored, regional postcode, converts to 191 after three years. Strong fit for regional clubs in NSW, QLD, and VIC.
Pathway 3 — Subclass 482 Core Skills
Subclass 482 is up to four years employer-sponsored. After 24 months with the same sponsor, you can transition to Subclass 186 TRT for PR if you are under 45.
What ANZSCO 141411 covers
Licensed Club Manager is the club-leadership code. Typical roles:
- General Manager / CEO of an RSL / Leagues / Bowls / Golf / Surf Life Saving / Community club
- Multi-venue Operations Manager at a club group
- Director of Operations at a major (3,000+ member) club
- Hospitality Manager / Operations Manager at a casino / gaming venue (with club governance)
The Australian Bureau of Statistics task profile covers:
- Determining the club's strategic direction (membership, gaming, F&B, recreation, accommodation, events)
- Managing the club P&L (typically AUD 5M-100M+ revenue, especially for major NSW / QLD clubs)
- Recruiting and supervising department heads (gaming, F&B, security, finance, marketing, member services)
- Compliance with state liquor and gaming regulators (Liquor & Gaming NSW, VCGLR, OLGR Queensland, state equivalents)
- Member relations and governance — board reporting, AGMs, member voting
- Sponsorship, fundraising, community / charity programs
- Workforce management under the Registered and Licensed Clubs Award
The VETASSESS skills assessment
VETASSESS is the named assessor for ANZSCO 141411. VETASSESS reviews:
- Tertiary qualification — typically a bachelor degree in hospitality / hotel management, business administration, or a closely related discipline
- Minimum five years of post-qualification employment in licensed venue management
- Reference letters mapping duties to the ANZSCO 141411 task profile
- Evidence of decision authority over club P&L, gaming compliance, and team
For the evidence pack and rejection patterns, read our Licensed Club Manager skills assessment guide.
Realistic timeline
- 186 Direct Entry: 6-18 months from VETASSESS lodgement to grant if employer is set up
- 494 (employer-sponsored regional → 191 PR): ~60 months end-to-end
- 482 → 186 TRT: ~30-36 months end-to-end
Verify processing time bands on the global visa processing times tool.
Costs at a glance
For a typical 186 Direct Entry pathway with a family of three:
- VETASSESS skills assessment: AUD 1,096 per the VETASSESS fees page
- 186 visa fee (primary): AUD 4,910
- Health, police, English: AUD 1,050
- Employer SAF levy: AUD 5,000 one-off (large business — major clubs typically count) or AUD 3,000 (small business — smaller community clubs)
Read the breakdown in our Licensed Club Manager cost and timeline case study. Use the visa fee calculator to model dependants.
Common mistakes
- Confusing with hotel manager (141311) or restaurant manager (141111). Different codes. Licensed clubs are a distinct sector with member-governance and gaming regulation.
- Lodging 189 / 190 / 491 EOIs. All closed for 141411.
- Underestimating gaming regulation. State gaming regulators apply strict licensee requirements. Reference letters demonstrating equivalent overseas gaming compliance experience strengthen the case.
- Skipping RSA / RSG planning. State-issued certifications are required to work as a Licensed Club Manager.
Tools
- Eligibility wizard — quick scan of which visa streams might fit
- ANZSCO search — confirm 141411 vs 141311 / 141111
- Document checklist — for VETASSESS + visa application
- Visa fee calculator — model fees for 186, 494, or 482
- Invitation rounds tracker — context only
To verify any migration agent advising you, search the MARA register.
Next step
Licensed club / gaming venue management track record and an Australian club in mind? Start with the eligibility wizard. Book a 30-minute free strategy call to map your specific pathway.