Overview
The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a points-tested permanent residence visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Nomination provides additional points and requires meeting state-specific criteria.
Who this visa is for
This route may suit you if you:
- Have an eligible skilled occupation
- Meet the points test and state nomination criteria
- Are willing to live and work in the nominating state/territory
Key requirements (high level)
Applications generally require:
- Positive skills assessment
- State or territory nomination approval
- Points test eligibility (including nomination points)
- English, age, experience, and qualification criteria
- Health and character checks
Typical supporting documents
- Passport and identity documents
- Skills assessment
- State nomination evidence
- Employment and qualification documents
- English test results (if required)
- Health and character documents
How we support you
We guide you through state nomination pathways, review state criteria, optimise your EOI, and prepare a strong nomination-aligned application.