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Australia
Skilled Immigration
Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated Visa.
The Subclass 190 is a permanent, points-tested visa granted to skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Nomination adds points to your score and signals that the nominating jurisdiction wants your occupation filled locally. Permanent residence takes effect from the date the visa is granted, and most states ask nominees to commit to living in that state for a minimum period — commonly around two years — though the residence obligation is not enforced as a hard legal condition of the visa itself.
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Eligibility Essentials
Who qualifies for the 190.
Your occupation must be on the relevant state or territory skilled occupation list, and you'll need a positive skills assessment plus a state or territory nomination before an ITA can be issued. Each state runs its own nomination criteria and priority occupations, so requirements can vary depending on where you apply.
Government Charge
From ~AUD 6,140
Base charge for the primary applicant, indexed on 1 July each year. Confirm the current figure — additional applicant and second-instalment charges may apply.
Age Limit
Under 45
18 up to (but not including) 45 years at the time of invitation.
Assessment Basis
Points Test
A minimum of 65 points, inclusive of state nomination points.
Outcome
Permanent Residence
From grant, with eligibility for Australian citizenship later.
Why Subclass 190
Why applicants choose this stream.
State nomination opens the door to occupations that may not be available on the independent route — while still granting permanent residence from the day the visa is issued. Here's what draws applicants to it:
- A pathway for occupations that may not be open under the 189 stream
- Permanent residence granted immediately, not provisional
- Nomination points improve your overall competitiveness
- Eligible family members can be included in the same application
- Access to Medicare and the public education system on grant
- A recognised pathway toward Australian citizenship
The Journey
The application process with CBI Experts.
From matching you to the right state to lodging your visa, our advisors manage each stage of the Subclass 190 application.
01
Eligibility Review
We begin by confirming your occupation sits on the relevant state list and identifying which state or territory is likely to offer the strongest nomination prospects for your profile.
02
Skills Assessment
Our team manages your submission to the correct assessing authority to secure the qualification certificate the nomination process requires.
03
Expression of Interest and Nomination
You lodge an EOI through SkillSelect indicating interest in state nomination, and where invited, submit a state nomination application demonstrating your commitment to that jurisdiction.
04
Invitation to Apply
Once a state or territory approves your nomination, the Department of Home Affairs issues an ITA so you can lodge your Subclass 190 visa application.
05
Documentation and Lodgement
As with other skilled streams, you have 60 days from your ITA to submit the visa application, supported by your passport, skills assessment, English test results, financial evidence, and family documentation as applicable.
How we support your Subclass 190 application.
From selecting the right nominating state to managing every submission, our advisors guide you through the nomination pathway end to end.
Assessment & Nomination
Coordinating your skills assessment and state nomination submission.
Family Applications
Preparing supporting applications for eligible family members.
Agency Liaison
Managing correspondence with state agencies and the Department of Home Affairs.
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