Horse Breeder
Potential pathway to working as a Horse Breeder in Australia
July 2026 Min Market Salary
$83,800
per year (AUD)
Your Step-by-Step Pathway
Step 1: Complete Required Education
Trade qualification or Certificate III/IV+ - Regional Occupation List — vocational or trade qualification typically required
Step 2: Gain Work Experience
Minimum 2 years, ideally 3+ years in the occupation. Demonstrated competency in your nominated occupation
Step 3: Achieve English Proficiency
Minimum: IELTS 6.0 (Competent). Recommended: IELTS 7.0+ (Proficient) for 10 extra points
Step 4: Get Skills Assessment
Submit application to VETASSESS with your qualifications and work evidence. This is mandatory before lodging a visa application.
Step 5: Lodge Visa Application
Choose from eligible visa subclasses based on your points and circumstances
Available Visa Options
Skilled Employer Regional
5-year provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored by an approved employer in a designated regional area. Min salary: TSMIT $79,423. Must live and work regionally. Leads to PR via 191. Processing time: 8–12 months.
Skills in Demand (SID) - Core Skills
Employer-sponsored visa across three streams: Core Skills (CSIT $79,423/yr), Specialist Skills (SSIT $146,576/yr), and Essential Skills. Replaced the TSS visa. Processing time: 3–6 months.
Skills Assessment Authority
VETASSESS
Occupation List
ROL - Regional and employer sponsored only
Total Timeline
Typically 5–7 years from skills assessment to permanent residence grant, depending on visa subclass and invitation rounds
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