AUSTRALIAN IMMIGRATION
Skilled Nominated Visa – Subclass 190
The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It is ideal for applicants whose occupations are in demand within specific states.
This visa allows you to settle permanently while committing to live and work in the nominating
state for a specified period.
- Permanent Residency from day one
- Live and work anywhere within the nominating state
- Access to Medicare and social benefits
- Pathway to Australian citizenship
- Sponsor eligible family members
- Extra 5 points for state nomination
- Age under 45 years at invitation stage
- Occupation on the relevant State Skilled Occupation List
- Positive Skills Assessment
- Competent English or higher
- Minimum 65 points (including nomination points)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Meet health and character requirements
Points Breakdown
Points System – Detailed Breakdown
Minimum Points Required: 65 (higher scores improve invitation chances)
1. Age
- 18–24 years: 25 points
- 25–32 years: 30 points
- 33–39 years: 25 points
- 40–44 years: 15 points
2. English Language Ability
- Competent English: 0 points
- Proficient English: 10 points
- Superior English: 20 points
3. Skilled Employment – Overseas (Outside Australia)
- Less than 3 years: 0 points
- 3–4 years: 5 points
- 5–7 years: 10 points
- 8+ years: 15 points
4. Skilled Employment – Australian Experience
- Less than 1 year: 0 points
- 1–2 years: 5 points
- 3–4 years: 10 points
- 5–7 years: 15 points
- 8+ years: 20 points
5. Educational Qualifications
- Doctorate (PhD): 20 points
- Bachelor / Master degree: 15 points
- Diploma or Trade Qualification: 10 points
6. Australian Study Requirement
- Completed at least 2 academic years in Australia: 5 points
7. Professional Year in Australia
- Completed Professional Year program: 5 points
8. Credentialled Community Language (NAATI / CCL)
- Passed NAATI CCL test in a recognised community language: 5 points
- Completed Professional Year program: 5 points
9. Partner Skills
- Skilled partner: 10 points
- Partner with competent English: 5 points
- Single or partner is Australian PR/Citizen: 10 points
10. Nomination / Sponsorship
- State Nomination or Family Sponsorship: +15 points
STUDY ABROAD
SKILLED IMMIGRATION
BUSINESS IMMIGRATION
SPOUSE VISA
VISIT VISA
VISA PROCESSING
ENGLISH LANGUAGE PREPARATIONS
WORK VISA
Process Guidance
Application Process – Step by Step
- Profile Assessment & State Strategy
- Skills Assessment
- English Language Test
- Expression of Interest (EOI)
- State Nomination Application
- Invitation to Apply
- Visa Application Submission
- Medical & Police Clearance
- Permanent Visa Grant
why choose us
Why Choose CROSSBORDER MIGRATIONS for Subclass 190?
The Subclass 190 visa requires state-specific expertise and precision. At CROSSBORDER
MIGRATIONS PVT LIMITED, we offer:
- End-to-end skills assessment assistance as per state nomination criteria
- Tailored English language planning to meet and exceed state thresholds
- Expert handling of EOIs and state nomination ROIs
- Strategic points optimisation, including NAATI and partner skills
- Full PR visa application management under Subclass 190
- Post-grant guidance to help you settle and comply with state commitments
Our approach ensures your application meets both federal and state migration expectations.