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    Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa

    The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent residence visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. Nomination provides additional points toward the migration points test. Successful applicants become permanent residents and are expected to live and work in the nominating state or territory.

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    Key Features:

    1. Permanent residence visa.
    2. Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory.
    3. State nomination adds points to the migration points test.
    4. Live, work, and study in Australia as a permanent resident.
    5. Include eligible family members.
    6. Eligible for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
    7. Invitation required before applying.

    Eligibility Criteria:

    Applicants must:

    1. Be under 45 years of age when invited.
    2. Receive nomination from an Australian state or territory.
    3. Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list.
    4. Obtain a suitable skills assessment.
    5. Meet the minimum points requirement (65 points or higher).
    6. Demonstrate Competent English.
    7. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).
    8. Receive an invitation to apply.
    9. Meet health and character requirements.

    Application Process:

      1. Confirm your occupation is eligible.
      2. Obtain a suitable skills assessment.
      3. Meet the English language requirement.
      4. Submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect.
      5. Apply for nomination from your preferred state or territory.
      6. Receive state nomination.
      7. Receive an invitation to apply.
      8. Lodge your visa application online.
      9. Submit supporting documents.
      10. Complete health and character checks.
      11. Await the visa decision.
    Working Process

    Subclass 190 – 4 Step Process

    1

    Free eligibility check

    Check your occupation, points score, and English requirement.

    Skills assessment and EOI

    Get assessed and submit your EOI through SkillSelect.

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    State nomination and invitation

    We apply for your state nomination and secure your invitation.

    Visa lodgement and grant

    We lodge your visa, handle checks, and guide you to grant.

    4
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    Subclass 190 is a points-tested permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Nomination adds extra points and requires you to live and work in that state.

    • State Nomination Adds Points
    • Permanent Residency From Day One
    • Family Members Can Be Included
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    Subclass 190 is a points-tested permanent residence visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It grants permanent residency, with the expectation that you live and work in the nominating state for a period.

    Subclass 190 requires nomination from a state or territory, which adds extra points to your migration points test, but comes with a commitment to reside in that state. Subclass 189 needs no sponsorship and lets you live anywhere in Australia.

    You apply directly to your preferred state or territory's nomination program, based on whether your occupation is on their in-demand list. If approved, the state nominates you, adding points to your EOI before you receive an invitation to apply.

    Yes. Eligible family members, including your partner and dependent children, can be included in the same application and granted permanent residency alongside you.