Skilled Nominated Subclass 190

Overview

The 190 visa is a permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory. The nomination adds points to your score.

Key points

Who can apply

• Skilled workers whose occupation the state needs
• Applicants who meet the state’s criteria
• Applicants who submit an Expression of Interest

Eligibility details

• Be nominated by an Australian state or territory
• Meet the points test pass mark, where nomination adds 5 points
• Hold a skills assessment for an occupation on the nominating state’s list
• Meet the state’s own criteria, such as work experience or residence
• Be invited after submitting an Expression of Interest

How the process works

1. Check state listsFind the states that nominate your occupation
2. Skills assessment and EnglishGet these ready first
3. Submit your EOIChoose the states you want to be nominated by
4. State nominationRespond to the state’s requests
5. Invitation and applicationLodge the visa on invitation

How OvalArc helps

1. Free assessmentWe review your age, education, work history and language score.
2. Route planYou receive options with costs and timelines in writing.
3. DocumentsWe prepare and check every document before filing.
4. Filing and follow-upWe submit, track and respond to the authority.

Costs and timelines

• Government application and biometrics fees
• Language test and credential or skills assessment fees
• Medical exam, police certificates and translations
• Our service fee, set out in your written agreement

Government fees and processing times change. Your adviser gives the current figures from the official source.

Documents we usually need

• Valid passport
• Education certificates and mark sheets
• Work experience and reference letters
• Language test result (IELTS, CELPIP, TEF or other)
• Police clearance and medical when required
• Proof of funds and civil documents

The exact list depends on your case.

Mistakes to avoid

• Submitting documents that do not match each other
• Missing deadlines in an invitation or request letter
• Hiding past refusals or travel history
• Relying on outdated rules from old web pages

Common questions