Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)

Live and work permanently in Australia with nomination from a state or territory government.

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What Is the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)?

The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa is a permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. This visa allows you to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia, sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence, and apply for Australian citizenship if eligible.

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Key Features

• Permanent residency from day one

• Work and study rights anywhere in Australia

• Medicare access – Australia’s public healthcare scheme

• Sponsor family members for permanent residence

• Pathway to citizenship if eligibility criteria are met

• Travel freely in and out of Australia for five years

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Visa Costs

• Primary applicant: From AUD $4,770

• Additional applicants: Extra charges apply for each family member

• Second instalment (if required): AUD $4,885 for applicants over 18 with less than functional English

• Additional costs may apply for health checks, police certificates, and biometrics

Use the Visa Pricing Estimator for a detailed breakdown.

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Eligibility Requirements

To apply for the Subclass 190 visa, you must:

• Be nominated by an Australian state or territory government

• Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect

• Be invited to apply for the visa

• Have an occupation on the relevant skilled list

• Hold a valid skills assessment for your nominated occupation

• Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation

• Score at least 65 points on the points test

• Have at least competent English

• Meet health and character requirements

• Sign the Australian values statement

• Have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government

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State and Territory Nomination

Each state and territory has its own requirements and occupations in demand. Once you submit an EOI, you may be contacted for nomination by:

• Australian Capital Territory (ACT)

• New South Wales

• Northern Territory

• Queensland

• South Australia

• Tasmania

• Victoria

• Western Australia

Once nominated, you’ll receive an invitation to apply for the visa.

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Including Family Members

You can include family members in your application, including:

• Spouse or de facto partner

• Dependent children or stepchildren

All included family members must meet the health and character criteria. You may add family members after submitting your application and before it is decided.

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How Long You Can Stay

• This is a permanent visa

• Travel validity is 5 years from the grant date

• After 5 years, apply for a Resident Return Visa (subclass 155 or 157) to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident

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Application Process

1. Check your eligibility

2. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

3. Receive a state or territory nomination

4. Receive an invitation to apply

5. Gather documents and apply for the visa

6. Wait for processing and final decision

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Processing Time

Visa processing times vary based on individual circumstances, such as:

• Completeness of your application

• Responsiveness to additional requests

• Time required for health, character, and security checks

• Availability of program places

Use the official Visa Processing Time Guide Tool for current estimates.

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Apply From Inside or Outside Australia

You can be in or outside Australia when you apply or when your application is decided (but not in immigration clearance). If applying from inside Australia, you must hold a:

• Substantive visa, or

• Bridging visa A (subclass 010), B (subclass 020), or C (subclass 030)

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Why Choose the Subclass 190 Visa?

• Offers a direct pathway to permanent residency

• Prioritised in many state/territory migration programs

• Great option for skilled professionals whose occupation aligns with a specific region’s needs

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Need Help Applying?

Our registered migration agents can help you:

• Check your eligibility

• Optimise your points score

• Prepare your EOI and visa application

• Secure state or territory nomination

• Respond to any requests from the Department of Home Affairs

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Ready to Begin Your Australian Journey?

Contact us today for expert assistance with your Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa application.