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A points-tested permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. Nomination adds points and is often the most realistic PR route for many occupations.
Skilled workers whose occupation is wanted by a particular state or territory and who can secure its nomination.
Our licensed advisors assess your eligibility, build a strategy to strengthen your application, and manage the process end to end, so you submit a complete, competitive application with confidence.
You must score at least 65 points and be invited to apply; in practice the effective cut-off is often higher because invitations go to the highest-ranked candidates.
Yes. Your occupation must be on the skilled occupation list that the nominating state or territory accepts, and you need a positive skills assessment for it.
A frequent error is claiming points or experience you cannot document, which can lead to refusal; another is assuming 65 points guarantees an invitation.
Yes. You can include members of your family unit, such as a partner and dependent children, and they receive the same permanent residence if granted.
Yes. Because the 190 grants permanent residence, it puts you on the standard pathway to citizenship by conferral once you meet the residence requirements.
The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) requires a points score of at least 65, including nomination, and costs around AUD 4,765 for the main applicant, with processing times commonly ranging from 5-12 months after invitation. Key requirements include having an occupation on the nominating state or territory's list, a positive skills assessment, and competent English.
The 190 is a permanent visa with no legal restriction on where you live or work, but states ask you to commit to living in their jurisdiction as part of nominating you.
The Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent visa designed for skilled workers who have been nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
