Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. This visa allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia as permanent residents.
- Permanent Residency: Live and work in Australia indefinitely.
- Pathway to Citizenship: Become eligible to apply for Australian citizenship.
- Healthcare Access: Access to Medicare, Australia’s public health care system.
- Educational Opportunities: Access to educational institutions and financial support for education.
- Social Security Benefits: Access to certain social security payments.
- Sponsorship Rights: Ability to sponsor relatives for permanent residence.
- Work and Study Freedom: Work and study in Australia without restrictions.
- Travel Rights: Travel to and from Australia as many times as you want for five years from the date the visa is granted.
Eligibility Criteria
- Nomination: Be nominated by an Australian state or territory government agency.
- Occupation: Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list.
- Skill Assessment: Obtain a suitable skills assessment for your occupation.
- Age: Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
- English Language: Demonstrate competent English language proficiency.
- Health and Character: Meet health and character requirements.
- Invitation: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and receive an invitation to apply.
Disclaimer
Please note that the above-mentioned information/eligibility criteria are not comprehensive. This content is intended for general informational purposes only and does not constitute immigration advice. It should not be interpreted as such. While we strive to ensure that the information provided is current and accurate, we cannot guarantee its completeness or accuracy due to frequent changes in migration laws.