State Nomination Visa Australia Requirements

What is State Nomination in Australia?

State nomination is an official Australian Government pathway that lets states and territories sponsor skilled workers to fill local shortages. It awards 5 extra points in the points test for subclass 190 (permanent) and 491 (provisional) visas.

For the 2025-26 program year, 20,350 nominations are allocated nationwide. This boosts your chance of an invitation to apply and opens clear PR pathways Australia.

State Nomination Visa Australia Requirements

To qualify for a state nominated visa Australia, you must meet both federal and state criteria (updated 2026):

• Eligible occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list Australia and the state’s priority list
• Positive skills assessment Australia from a recognised authority
• Minimum 65 points in the points test Australia (including 5 from nomination)
• Competent English proficiency (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent)
• Under 45 years of age at invitation
• State-specific criteria (e.g., job offer or commitment in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide)

State nomination visa Australia requirements start with an in-demand occupation, positive skills assessment, 65+ points test, competent English, and nomination from your chosen state.

How State Nomination Works (190 & 491 Visas)

1. Complete skills assessment Australia.
2. Submit EOI (Expression of Interest) in SkillSelect claiming 65+ points.
3. The state government (Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia or South Australia) reviews and issues nomination invitations.
4. Lodge visa application within 60 days.

Subclass 190 visa requirements – Permanent residency to live and work anywhere in the nominating state.

Subclass 491 visa requirements – 5-year provisional visa for designated regional areas; pathway to subclass 191 PR after 3 years of work and residence.

State sponsorship Australia makes these the most accessible skilled migration requirements today.

How Edvise Hub Can Help You Succeed

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• Free state nomination eligibility assessment
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• End-to-end visa support for 190 and 491 pathways

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