Mine Deputy is a priority processing occupation: since 25 July 2026, applications lodged by people already in Australia in this group are decided ahead of other skilled applications. This affects how quickly a lodged application is processed, not whether you are invited.
Mine Deputy
Quick answer
What points are Mine Deputys being invited at?
Mine Deputy is not eligible for the 189 visa. It can be used for 190 and 491 with state or family nomination.
Data as at
Latest invitation cut-offs
Not available for this occupation
No published cut-off yet
No federal cut-off. States choose who to nominate. See EOIs by state below.
How many Mine Deputy EOIs are waiting?
SkillSelect EOIs as at August 2026 Official
| Visa | Submitted | Invited | Lodged | On hold |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 190 Skilled Nominated | 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 491 State nominated | 40 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
EOIs below the 65-point pass mark cannot be invited. "<20" means fewer than 20. SkillSelect hides small numbers to protect privacy. An EOI can be counted under more than one visa.
Mine Deputy invitation round history
Mine Deputy has not appeared in a published Home Affairs round since August 2020.
Which states list Mine Deputy?
Mine Deputy is on the official state nomination list for NSW, QLD and WA. Being listed doesn't guarantee an invitation, and a state may be closed. EOI counts are submitted 190 and 491 EOIs as at August 2026.
| State | Program | On state list | 190 EOIs | 491 EOIs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSW | Closed | 190 & 491NSW Skills List · NSW Regional Skills List | <20 | <20 |
| VIC | Check official site | No state list | <20 | <20 |
| QLD | Closed | 491Living in the state | <20 | <20 |
| WA | Check official site | 190 & 491General - WASMOL Schedule 2 · Graduate — from 65 points | <20 | <20 |
| SA | Not open yet | Not listed | <20 | <20 |
| TAS | Open | Not listed | <20 | <20 |
| ACT | Not open yet | Not listed | <20 | <20 |
| NT | Open | Not listed | <20 | <20 |
State lists and statuses come from each state's official migration website, checked 17 September 2026. General information only, not migration advice.
Frequently asked questions
How many points do I need for Mine Deputy (312913)?
No recent 189 cut-off has been published for Mine Deputy. The minimum to submit an EOI is 65 points.
Which visas can Mine Deputy use?
On the current skilled occupation list, Mine Deputy can be nominated for subclass 190 and 491 (CSOL, STSOL).
Who assesses Mine Deputy?
Skills assessments for Mine Deputy are done by VETASSESS.
Which states nominate Mine Deputy?
As last checked, Mine Deputy is on the official 190/491 occupation lists of NSW, QLD and WA. States set their own criteria and some may be closed, so check the state pages linked on this page.
How many people are in the queue for Mine Deputy?
SkillSelect showed no submitted 189 EOIs for Mine Deputy as at August 2026.
Related occupations
Sources: Home Affairs invitation rounds · SkillSelect EOI data · How we use this data