Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)

The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It allows professionals to live and work permanently in Australia, specifically in the state or territory that nominated them. This visa is part of the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program and is ideal for applicants whose occupations are in demand locally.

Key Benefits of Subclass 190 Visa

• Permanent Residency: Live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely.
• State Nomination Advantage: Receive 5 additional points on the points test for being nominated.
• Access to Medicare: Enrol in Australia’s public healthcare system.
• Pathway to Citizenship: Apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
• Include Family Members: Add your spouse and dependent children to your visa application.
• Priority Processing: Subclass 190 often receives faster processing than other skilled visas.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Subclass 190 visa, you must meet the following requirements:

General Requirements

• Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Have an occupation listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) relevant to the nominating state.
• Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant authority.
• Demonstrate competent English (e.g., IELTS 6.0 or equivalent).
• Score at least 65 points on the points test.
• Meet health and character requirements.

State or Territory Nomination

• Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect.
• Receive a nomination invitation from a state or territory government.
• Each state has its own occupation list and criteria, which must be met.

Visa Conditions

Once granted, the Subclass 190 visa comes with the following conditions:

• Permanent Residency: You can live and work in Australia indefinitely.
• Initial Commitment to Nominating State: You are expected to live and work in the nominating state for a reasonable period.
• Travel Facility: Travel freely for 5 years from the visa grant date. After that, apply for a Resident Return Visa (RRV).
• Sponsor Family Members: You can sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residency.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)