What is Australia's Subclass 190 and who is it for
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) is Australia’s permanent residence visa for people nominated by a state or territory. According to the Australian Department of Home Affairs, a nomination adds 5 points to your Points Test — a major advantage for clearing the invitation cut-off.
In return, you commit to living and working in the nominating state during your first years. Each state has its own occupation list and criteria, updated according to local labour demand.
Not sure which state suits your occupation? Get a free profile assessment or try the GSM points calculator.
- Permanent PR with +5 points when nominated by a state
- Each state has its own occupation list and criteria
- The whole family is granted PR together
Key requirements of Subclass 190
Subclass 190 combines the general GSM requirements with the specific requirements of the nominating state.
Points & skills
GSM
Reach at least 65 points (including the +5 nomination), have an occupation on the relevant list and pass the skills assessment.
State nomination
State nomination
Be nominated by a state/territory according to its own occupation list and criteria.
Residence commitment
Commitment
Commit to living and working in the nominating state in the initial period after receiving the visa.
The Subclass 190 application process
Compared with 189, the 190 process adds a state nomination step.
Step 1 — Skills assessment & English
Identify an occupation matching the target state's list, lodge the skills assessment and sit the English test.
Step 2 — Lodge the EOI and apply for nomination
Submit an EOI on SkillSelect and lodge the state nomination application according to each state's specific requirements.
Step 3 — Receive nomination & invitation
When nominated by the state (+5 points), you receive an invitation to lodge the visa application.
Step 4 — Submit the application & receive PR
Lodge the visa application, complete the medical examination and police checks; once granted, the whole family receives PR and relocates to the nominating state.
Documents and costs to prepare
The cost of Subclass 190 is similar to 189, plus the nomination fee charged by some states. The items include: skills assessment, English test, nomination fee (if any), visa application fee to the Australian Department of Home Affairs, medical examination, police checks and service fees. See the cost structure on our price list.
- Passports and personal identity documents for the whole family
- Skills assessment result and English test result
- Nomination application as required by the state
- Degrees, certificates and confirmation of experience
- Medical examination and police certificates when invited
Comparing Subclass 189, 190 and 491
Australia’s three GSM skilled points-tested streams differ in sponsorship and bonus points. M2W consultants advise the optimal stream based on your profile and score.
| Subclass 189 | Subclass 190Viewing | Subclass 491 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outcome | Permanent PR | Permanent PR | 5-year temporary residence → 191 PR |
| Sponsorship | Không cần | Tiểu bang đề cử | Tiểu bang/thân nhân |
| Bonus points | — | +5 points | +15 points |
| Residency obligation | Anywhere | State-based for the first 2 years | Regional area |
| Requirements | MLTSSL + skills assessment | State occupation list | Regional occupation list |
Frequently asked questions about Subclass 190
How many points does state nomination add?
A nomination from a state or territory adds 5 points to the Points Test — often the factor that pushes an application over the invitation threshold.
Am I required to stay in the nominating state?
Yes. You commit to living and working in the nominating state during the initial period (usually around 2 years) after receiving your visa.
How does Subclass 190 differ from 189?
189 requires no sponsorship and lets you live anywhere; 190 requires a state nomination (+5 points) and a commitment to stay in that state initially. Both are permanent PR.
Does the whole family get PR?
Yes. Your spouse and dependent children are included in the application and receive PR together.
How do I know which state suits my occupation?
Each state publishes its own occupation list by period. M2W specialists check and advise on where you have the highest chance of nomination.
Which state will nominate your profile?
Subclass 190 adds a valuable +5 points if you choose the right state. M2W consultants score your profile and advise where your occupation is most likely to be nominated.
