Who is eligible for the Subclass 190 visa?

The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa requires: Under 45 years of age at invitation; Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent); Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list. Always verify current criteria on immi.gov.au.

What are the fees for the Subclass 190 visa?

The base application charge for the Subclass 190 visa is from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee). Additional charges apply for secondary applicants. Always verify the current fee schedule on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before applying.

How long does Subclass 190 processing take?

The median processing time for a Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa is approximately 8-14 months. Processing times vary depending on complexity, demand, and completeness of documentation. Check the immi.gov.au processing times dashboard for current estimates.

Can I bring family on the Subclass 190 visa?

Eligible family members (partner and dependent children) can generally be included in a Subclass 190 application. Each additional applicant incurs a separate charge. Family member eligibility conditions apply — verify on immi.gov.au.

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Skilled Nominated visa

The Subclass 190 visa is a permanent points-tested visa requiring nomination by an Australian state or territory government. Each state publishes its own annual occupation list and stream criteria; nomination adds five points to the SkillSelect score. Holders generally must commit to live and work in the nominating state for a defined period.

At a glance

Points test: Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
Sponsor: State / territory nomination required
Base application charge: from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
Processing time: ~8-14 months (median)
Eligibility list: MLTSSL STSOL CSOL
Pathway: Grants permanent residency on grant — eligible for Australian citizenship after meeting the residency rule.

Recent updates

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7 Dec 2024info
OSCA launched as ABS classification standard
The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released the Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA), progressively replacing the long-standing ANZSCO (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations). OSCA preserves a similar 6-digit structure but introduces revised major groups, updated occupation definitions, and new entries for emerging roles. The Department of Home Affairs is adopting OSCA progressively across 2025-2026 — most skilled-visa occupation lists still reference ANZSCO codes during the transition. Always cross-check the live occupation list on home affairs at application time.
1 Dec 2024info
Direction 110 replaces Direction 99 for s501 character decisions
Ministerial Direction 110 issued under section 499 of the Migration Act 1958, providing the framework decision-makers must apply when refusing or cancelling visas on character grounds under section 501. Direction 110 replaces Direction 99 and re-emphasises Australia's expectations of non-citizens. Affects character considerations across all visa subclasses, including skilled visas at the application and post-grant stage.
1 July 2024watch
Visa application charges are reviewed annually
Visa Application Charges (VAC) for all Australian visa subclasses are reviewed and typically adjusted in line with the Federal Budget each financial year (taking effect 1 July). Fees displayed across this site reflect a recent editorial review (see each page's 'Last reviewed' stamp) but should always be cross-checked against the official fee schedule on home affairs at application time. Additional charges may apply for secondary applicants, dependent children, English-language tests, skills assessments, and biometrics — these are NOT included in the base application charge.

Key requirements

High-level eligibility criteria. Each criterion has further sub-rules; verify with 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

Skills assessment

Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.

Eligible occupations(428 total)

ANZSCO occupations currently flagged for Subclass 190 in our latest dataset.

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Skill-level distribution

How the 100 occupations on this page split across ANZSCO skill levels (1 = highest qualification).

Skill level 1
100
Skill level 2
0
Skill level 3
0
Skill level 4
0
Skill level 5
0

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Government data last reviewed by editorial team: 26 April 2026

At a glance

Recent updates

Key requirements

Skills assessment

Eligible occupations(428 total)

Flower Grower

Grape Grower

Vegetable Grower / Market Gardener

Apiarist

Poultry Farmer

Sales and Marketing Manager

Advertising Manager

Corporate Services Manager

Finance Manager

Human Resource Manager

Research and Development Manager

Construction Project Manager

Engineering Manager

Manufacturer

Production Manager (Forestry)

Production Manager (Manufacturing)

Production Manager (Mining)

Supply and Distribution Manager

Child Care Centre Manager

Nursing Clinical Director

Primary Health Organisation Manager

Welfare Centre Manager

Health and Welfare Services Managers nec

School Principal

Education Managers nec

ICT Project Manager

ICT Managers nec

Arts Administrator or Manager

Environmental Manager

Laboratory Manager

Quality Assurance Manager

Specialist Managers nec

Cafe or Restaurant Manager

Hotel or Motel Manager

Accommodation and Hospitality Managers nec

Customer Service Manager

Conference and Event Organiser

Transport Company Manager

Facilities Manager

Dancer or Choreographer

Music Director

Musician (Instrumental)

Music Professionals nec

Photographer

Artistic Director

Book or Script Editor

Director (Film, Television, Radio or Stage)

Film and Video Editor

Program Director (Television or Radio)

Stage Manager

Technical Director

Video Producer

Copywriter

Newspaper or Periodical Editor

Print Journalist

Technical Writer

Television Journalist

Journalists and Other Writers nec

Accountant (General)

Management Accountant

Taxation Accountant

Company Secretary

External Auditor

Internal Auditor

Commodities Trader

Finance Broker

Insurance Broker

Financial Brokers nec

Financial Market Dealer

Stockbroking Dealer

Financial Dealers nec

Financial Investment Adviser

Financial Investment Manager

Recruitment Consultant

ICT Trainer