The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent residency pathway for qualified foreign professionals who receive a nomination from an Australian state or territory government. To be eligible, applicants must meet the required points on the Skilled Migration Points Test and possess skills that align with the needs of the nominating region. This visa allows you to live, work, and settle permanently in Australia.

Advantages of the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa provides skilled professionals with the opportunity to become permanent residents of Australia through state or territory government nomination. Key benefits of this visa include:

• Live, work, and study in Australia permanently

• Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system

• Pathway to apply for Australian citizenship

• Ability to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency

• Multiple-entry travel in and out of Australia for up to five years from the date the visa is granted

How to Get Started

To begin the process, you must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. This EOI acts as your application to demonstrate your suitability for the visa and your interest in receiving state nomination.

• A minimum of 65 points on the points test is required to be considered.

• After submission, you may be invited to apply for the visa based on your score and occupation demand.

Factors That Influence Your Points Score

Your EOI points are calculated based on various criteria, including:

• Age

• Educational qualifications (Diploma, Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s, or PhD)

• English language proficiency

• Skilled work experience (in Australia or overseas)

• Partner’s skills or single status

• NAATI accreditation (for translating/interpreting skills)

• Completion of a Professional Year Program in Australia

Additional factors such as certified community language skills, Australian study experience, and regional study may also contribute to your score.

Eligibility Criteria for Subclass 190

To qualify for the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190), you must:

• Nominate an occupation from the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)

• Receive a state or territory government nomination

• Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant authority

• Demonstrate Competent English proficiency

• Meet the minimum points score stated in your invitation to apply

• Fulfill all required health and character standards

Health Requirements

All applicants and included family members must complete a health examination, typically valid for 12 months, based on:

• Your intended occupation in Australia

• Your country of residence

• Any other countries you have lived in over the past five years

This applies to all family members included in the application, regardless of whether they are migrating.

Character Requirements

Applicants must provide police clearance certificates from each country where they have resided for 12 months or more over the past 10 years, starting from age 16.

Outstanding Debts

Before your visa is granted, ensure you have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.

Proof of English Language Proficiency

You must demonstrate English language competency by achieving minimum scores in one of the following tests:

• PTE Academic: At least 50 in each band

• IELTS: Minimum score of 6 in each component

• Or an equivalent score in TOEFL iBT, OET, or Cambridge (CAE)

Including Family Members in Your Application

You can include the following family members in your visa application:

• Your spouse or de facto partner

• Your or your partner’s dependent children or stepchildren

Make sure to provide valid documentation to prove your relationship.

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Disclaimer: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. For the latest official updates, please visit the Department of Home Affairs.