Australian State Nomination – Subclass 190 and 491 Visas
Skilled Migration via Australian State Nomination
Australia has 6 states and 2 territories that participate in skilled migration nominations. Each location selects candidates based on its own needs and criteria; Home Affairs makes the final decision on visa issuance.
| Visa Class | Status upon Grant | Nomination Points |
|---|---|---|
| 190 – Skilled Nominated | Permanent Residency | 5 points |
| 491 – Skilled Work Regional | 5-year regional provisional visa; eligible to be considered for 191 once requirements are met | 15 points |
Reaching the 65-point threshold does not guarantee selection. It is necessary to evaluate occupation, skills assessment, age, English proficiency, EOI points, and state-specific criteria concurrently.
Choose a State or Territory
- New South Wales (NSW)
- Victoria
- Queensland
- South Australia
- Western Australia
- Tasmania
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
- Northern Territory (NT)
New South Wales (NSW)
Check the NSW Skills Lists, 190/491 streams, and corresponding selection processes. Your occupation must align with the applicable NSW and visa lists; being on a list does not guarantee an invitation.
View official requirements and announcements for New South Wales (NSW)
Victoria
Victoria has a Registration of Interest (ROI) process in addition to the SkillSelect EOI. Compare your eligibility for the 190 or 491 against the selection criteria on Live in Melbourne.
Queensland
Ensure you check the correct application group, whether you are in Queensland, outside of Australia, or a Queensland graduate. Occupations and supplementary requirements may differ between groups and between the 190/491 visas.
South Australia
Check the occupation list and visa stream that match your current location, employment, and background. Requirements for those working in SA differ from those for applicants residing outside Australia.
View official requirements and announcements for South Australia
Western Australia
The WA State Nominated Migration Program nominates skilled individuals for the 190/491. Check the occupation list, stream, and any experience or employment requirements applicable to your application.
View official requirements and announcements for Western Australia
Tasmania
There are pathways for workers and graduates residing in Tasmania, as well as for applicants outside Australia. Read the pathways, conditions, and priority levels carefully; do not rely solely on having studied there.
Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
The ACT uses the Canberra Matrix in its selection process. The Matrix score is the ACT's assessment system, which is separate from the federal EOI score; the two scales are not combined.
View official requirements and announcements for the Australian Capital Territory (ACT)
Northern Territory (NT)
The NT offers 190/491 nominations with specific conditions and intake periods. Distinguish between NT General Skilled Migration and the NT DAMA: the DAMA requires a qualifying employer for sponsorship.
View official requirements and announcements for the Northern Territory (NT)
Application Assessment Procedure
- Choose an occupation based on actual duties and verify with the appropriate skills assessment authority.
- Verify English proficiency, age, and document your EOI points.
- Compare suitable locations; check requirements for onshore/offshore, employment, study, residency, and commitments.
- Submit your EOI, ROI/Matrix, or nomination application according to the selected location's process.
- Once nominated and invited, prepare your visa application within the specified timeframe.
Business and Innovation
The BIIP 188 visa has been closed to new applications since July 31, 2024. Some states have frameworks for nominating the National Innovation Visa 858, such as NSW; this requires specific achievements and contributions, not merely investment capital or buying a business.
Learn about the NIV 858 · NSW – National Innovation Visa
Federal Resources
- Home Affairs – 190
- 190 Points Table
- 491 Points Table
- State and Territory Nominations and Allocations
- BIIP closure for new applications
Discuss your application with KeyApply
Submit your CV, age, qualifications, work experience, English test results, visa status, and family details so KeyApply can assess your needs and coordinate with authorized representatives in Australia. Legal assessments and application representation are handled by Australian lawyers or Registered Migration Agents under contract.
A fee of 0 CAD is for the initial needs assessment; fees for legal consultation, application services, government charges, and third-party costs will be confirmed separately before proceeding.
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