Registered Nurse (Perioperative) — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
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— November 2025 roundView all rounds →
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 400–500via Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council· ~8-16 weeks processing
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 this occupation
Assessing Registered Nurse (Perioperative) for migration purposes is handled by: ANMAC.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Registered Nurse (Perioperative) × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Registered Nurses (Perioperative) under ANZSCO 254423 can pursue the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. State and territory governments frequently include perioperative nursing on their nomination lists due to consistent shortages in operating theatres and day surgery units. Nomination from a state or territory adds five points to the applicant's score. Each state has specific requirements for nomination, including minimum work experience in perioperative settings, English language performance, and commitment to work in the nominating jurisdiction. Applicants should check the occupation list and requirements of each state before submitting a nomination request. A positive ANMAC skills assessment is required before lodging an EOI. After state nomination and receiving a SkillSelect invitation, the 190 visa application is lodged with the Department of Home Affairs. NMBA registration is required. English proficiency, health assessments, and character checks are all mandatory components. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Registered Nurse (Perioperative)
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.