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Rheumatologist — New South Wales Nomination

NSW Skilled Nomination · Sydney

At a glance

Program
NSW Skilled Nomination
Currently open
Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
Visas nominated
190491
Capital
Sydney
Program notes
Uses a Critical Skills List combined with targeted streams aligned to NSW priority sectors. Applicants must be invited to apply.

Official program page: https://www.nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration

Key facts at a glance

Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.

SkillSelect points cutoff(Subclass 189)
75 points— May 2023 roundView all rounds →
Skills assessment fee
AUD 500–2,500via Medical Board of Australia / Australian Medical Council· ~varies weeks processing
State nomination fee
AUD 430— AUD 330 initial lodgement + AUD 100 second-stage fee on nomination invitationOfficial source →
Occupation list last updated
2026-04-26(state SOL revision date — verify on the state program website)

All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.

Skills assessment

For Rheumatologist, the assessing authority for migration purposes is MedBA.

Rheumatologist in New South Wales — nomination overview

Rheumatologist (ANZSCO 253323) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in New South Wales under the NSW Skilled Nominated program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once New South Wales opens invitations for this occupation. NSW uses a competitive Expression of Interest system, ranking applicants on points score, English proficiency, and local employment ties. Skills assessment through the Medical Board of Australia (MedBA) is required, with overseas specialist physician qualifications assessed by the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (RACP) for Fellowship recognition and AHPRA registration. Applicants must demonstrate competent English and satisfy health and character requirements. Nomination is available under the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, which confers permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional pathway requiring three years of regional residence and work before applying for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. State nomination adds five points to the points score for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in New South Wales typically takes several weeks to a few months, and visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

Content last generated: 2026-06-26

Visa pathways for Rheumatologist

All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that New South Wales nominates.

Other states nominating Rheumatologist

Queensland→Western Australia→South Australia→Tasmania→Australian Capital Territory→
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