This is the 2026 state-by-state nomination comparison for ANZSCO 362411 — Nurseryperson. 362411 is on ROL and CSOL — 491 nomination in NSW, Vic, QLD, SA, NT, ACT, Tas (not WA), plus CSOL 186 Direct Entry available with employer sponsor.
For full pathway breakdown see the 362411 pathway guide; for VETASSESS evidence pack see the skills assessment guide; for invitation round patterns see the invitation rounds trends; for cost / timeline see the case study.
Quick comparison
| State | 491 alloc | 362411 on 491 | Effective threshold | Job offer required |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | 1,500 | ✓ | 85+ | Strongly preferred |
| VIC | 700 | ✓ | 75-80+ | Strongly preferred |
| QLD | 750 | ✓ | 75-80+ | Strongly preferred |
| SA | 900 | ✓ | 75+ | Preferred |
| WA | 1,000 | ✗ | n/a | n/a |
| NT | 800 | ✓ | 70+ | Strongly preferred |
| ACT | 800 | ✓ | 90+ Matrix | Preferred + ACT connection |
| TAS | 650 | ✓ | 70+ | Tas connection preferred |
Note: 190 not available for 362411 (ROL-only at federal level). All pathways above are 491 state-nominated.
NSW — Skilled Nominated
Where 362411 candidates land: Heritage Seedlings, Andreasens Green, Speciality Trees, Norfolk Tree Farm, Manor Nurseries (Sydney metro + Hawkesbury), Plants Plus, Flower Power garden centre chain; regional NSW production nurseries (Hawkesbury, Hunter Valley, North Coast — regional 491).
Victoria — Live in Melbourne
Where 362411 candidates land: Tesselaar (Sylvan), PGGW Hortlinks Vic, Plant Growers Australia, Domus Botanica, regional Vic production (Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley, Macedon Ranges — regional 491).
Queensland — Migration Queensland
Where 362411 candidates land: Boething Treeland Farms QLD, Tropical Touch (FNQ), Glenview Nursery, regional QLD production (Sunshine Coast hinterland, Gold Coast — regional 491).
SA — SA Skilled Migration
Where 362411 candidates land: Newman's Nursery (Adelaide), State Flora SA nursery, regional SA wine region nurseries.
WA — Not currently nominating
WA does not currently nominate 362411. If reinstated, sponsors would include Aldgate Range Nurseries, Wescobee Nurseries, WA native plant specialists.
NT — NT Migration
Where 362411 candidates land: NT tropical nurseries, Greening Australia NT.
ACT — Canberra Matrix
Where 362411 candidates land: Australian National Botanic Gardens propagation, ACT Government plant production teams.
Tasmania — Skilled Migration Tasmania
Skilled Migration Tasmania. Entire Tas regional.
Where 362411 candidates land: Forestry Tas seedling nursery, Plant Research International Tas (tissue culture lab), Tas wine region production nurseries.
Recommended state selection
High-points candidate with propagation specialty:
- Target: 186 Direct Entry via CSOL (bypasses state nomination)
- Backup: NSW 491
Mid-range candidate (75-85 points):
- Target: 491 in Tas, NT, SA, Vic
- Strategy: Secure regional employer offer
Lower-points candidate:
- Target: 491 in Tas, NT (lower thresholds)
- Strategy: Australian study to boost points
Tissue culture specialist:
- Target: Tas (Plant Research International)
- Strategy: 491 with specialty employer
Multi-state strategy
For 362411, the 186 Direct Entry via CSOL is often the most practical strategy if you can secure employer sponsorship. State 491 nomination is the alternative for candidates without direct employer link. Plan with a MARA-registered agent. The eligibility wizard confirms realistic targets.
Tools
- Points calculator
- Visa fee calculator
- Document checklist
- Eligibility wizard
- Invitation rounds tracker
- Skilled Occupation List
- Occupation Shortage List
Authoritative sources
- Home Affairs
- VETASSESS
- Greenlife Industry Australia / NGIA
- NSW Skilled Nominated
- Live in Melbourne
- Migration Queensland
- SA Skilled Migration
- NT Migration
- ACT Migration
- Skilled Migration Tasmania
Next step
Want to match your nurseryperson profile against the realistic state nomination options? Book a 30-minute free strategy call with a MARA-registered agent at Global Select.