Queensland (QLD)

Why QLD?

Queensland combines a fast-growing economy with a tropical lifestyle. Brisbane is hosting the 2032 Olympics, accelerating infrastructure investment. QLD nominates under visa 190 and 491 with strong priorities in healthcare, construction, mining services and tourism. Regional Queensland (visa 491) covers most of the state outside Brisbane metro and offers significantly lower cutoffs.

Worth knowing

• Hosting Brisbane 2032 Olympics — infrastructure boom underway
• Strong demand for healthcare, construction and mining services
• Most of the state qualifies as regional under visa 491
• Lower cost of living than NSW/VIC with growing salary base