Permanent Visa

Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated

A permanent residence visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. Awards 5 additional points for state nomination.

9–15 mo

Processing time

AUD $4,640

Application fee

65 points

Minimum required

+5 points

State nomination

2-Year Residency Obligation

You are generally expected to live and work in the nominating state or territory for the first 2 years after the visa is granted. This is a key condition of state nomination.

The 190 visa gives you 5 bonus points through state/territory nomination, making it ideal if your points score is close to (or just below) competitive thresholds for the 189 visa.

Factors states consider:

Whether your occupation is on the state's specific nomination list
Your work experience and qualifications relevant to the state's labour needs
Your connection to the state (prior residence, employment offers, family)
English language proficiency (some states require higher than the minimum)

This guide provides general immigration information only. State nomination criteria change frequently. Check with the relevant state/territory and consult a MARA-registered migration agent for personalised advice.

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Permanent Visa

Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated

A permanent residence visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. Awards 5 additional points for state nomination.

9–15 mo

Processing time

AUD $4,640

Application fee

65 points

Minimum required

+5 points

State nomination

2-Year Residency Obligation

You are generally expected to live and work in the nominating state or territory for the first 2 years after the visa is granted. This is a key condition of state nomination.

The 190 visa gives you 5 bonus points through state/territory nomination, making it ideal if your points score is close to (or just below) competitive thresholds for the 189 visa.

Factors states consider:

Whether your occupation is on the state's specific nomination list
Your work experience and qualifications relevant to the state's labour needs
Your connection to the state (prior residence, employment offers, family)
English language proficiency (some states require higher than the minimum)

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Free tools to see where you stand. Paid plans add AI support and document analysis.

Points calculator

Score your profile for AU, CA, NZ

Country comparison

Weighted fit across all three

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Essential ($5.95) and Premium ($10.95) add AI chat, document checklists against published criteria, and step-by-step tutorials.

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Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated

State Nomination — Key Advantage

Eligibility Requirements

How to Apply — Step by Step

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Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated

State Nomination — Key Advantage

Eligibility Requirements

How to Apply — Step by Step

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