Skip to main content
XIPHIAS Immigration
Subclass 190 – State Nominated PR Visa

Skilled Migration / Australia / Route

Australia · Investment route

Subclass190StateNominatedPRVisa

Permanent residency via state or territory nomination — earn +5 points and priority processing.

12 monthsTimeline
pointsRoute

Last updated: 2025-10-30

Scroll

Programme overviewنظرة عامة

Overview

The Skilled Nominated Visa – Subclass 190 is an Australia skilled migration program for qualified professionals seeking permanent residency through state or territory nomination.
Applicants gain extra points and priority invitations under Australia’s points-tested system, based on age, English proficiency, skills assessment, and work experience.
This visa offers a direct PR pathway for skilled workers in high-demand occupations, allowing them to live, work, and include family members in Australia with long-term settlement and citizenship prospects.

What you getالمزايا

Thebenefits,infull.

Obtain permanent residency through state/territory nomination.

Receive +5 points toward the GSM score.

Priority processing and clear nomination criteria.

Include partner and dependent children in the same application.

Investment & costsالتكاليف

Everyfigure,inwriting.

Qualifying investment

Visa application charge (primary applicant)

Official VAC; additional applicant fees apply.

4,910 AUD

Skills assessment (typical)

Varies by assessing authority.

600 AUD

English test (typical)

Depends on provider.

410 AUD

Health exams (typical)

Panel physician rates vary.

350 AUD

Government & due-diligence fees

Subclass 190 — primary applicant VAC (from)4,910 AUD
Additional applicant charges (18+ / <18)
Possible 2nd instalment (for low-English cases)

Figures are indicative and exclusive of professional fees. Your advisor confirms an exact, written cost breakdown for your family size.

Eligibilityالأهلية

Whatittakestoqualify.

Requirements

Be under 45 years at the time of invitation.

Have an occupation on the relevant state occupation list and a positive skills assessment.

Meet the minimum 65-point pass mark (after +5 nomination points).

Submit an EOI and receive nomination from a state or territory.

Demonstrate Competent English and meet health and character requirements.

Who cannot apply

Not meeting a state’s specific nomination requirements (e.g., occupation, residency, experience).

Points below recent invitation cut-offs.

Age ≥ 45 at invitation.

Language requirementاللغة

Proveyourproficiency.

Minimum level

Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each band or equivalent)

Accepted tests

IELTSPTEOETTOEFL iBT

Points systemالنقاط

Howcandidatesareranked.

Minimum score to receive an invitation: 65 points

CategoryMax pts
Age30
English language20
Skilled employment (overseas/Australia)20
Qualifications20
Other factors (Aust. study, specialist education, partner, regional, CCL)25
Total115

Eligible occupationsالمهن

In-demandroles.

Common eligible occupations (examples)

  • Software Engineer (ANZSCO 261313)
  • Engineering Technologist (ANZSCO 233914)
  • Registered Nurse (Critical Care) (ANZSCO 254415)
  • Chef (ANZSCO 351311)

The processكيف نعمل

Fromfirstcalltoapproval.

01

Skills Assessment

Get your occupation assessed by the authorized assessing authority.

02

English Test

Take IELTS/PTE/OET and meet minimum Competent English.

03

Expression of Interest (SkillSelect)

Submit EOI indicating 190 preference and target state nomination.

04

State/Territory Nomination

Apply to a state program; if approved, you receive +5 points and an invitation.

05

Visa Lodgement

Lodge Subclass 190 application within 60 days of invitation.

06

Health, Character & Biometrics

Complete mandatory examinations and police checks.

07

Decision

PR granted on approval; commit to settling in nominating state as declared.

Document checklistالوثائق

Everythingneededtofile.

Identity & Civil

  • Passport (valid ≥ 6 months)
  • Birth/marriage certificates or name-change evidence

Skills & Education

  • Positive skills assessment from the relevant authority
  • Degree/diploma and transcripts

Employment

  • Work reference letters and contracts
  • Payslips or tax records

English & Tests

  • IELTS/PTE results meeting Competent English

Health & Character

  • Medical exams by panel physician
  • Police clearances for each country lived in 12+ months

Your XIPHIAS advisor prepares a personalised document list at onboarding. The checklist above is indicative and may vary by family size.

Family scopeالأسرة

Whotravelswithyou.

All eligible dependants can be included in one application or added after approval.

Spouse or common-law partner
Dependent children up to age 23

Age limits, dependency definitions, and addition fees vary by jurisdiction. Your advisor confirms exact rules at onboarding.

Risk notes

!

Nomination criteria differ across states; some require job offers or regional study.

!

State occupation lists and quotas update frequently — verify before EOI.

!

EOI remains valid for 2 years — update details as needed.

Compliance

Provide proof for all points claimed and nomination criteria met.

Ensure state commitments (e.g., residency or employment in nominating region) are honoured.

Questionsأسئلة شائعة

This route, answered.

Yes. Each state sets its own criteria based on occupations and demand.

Start the Australia route.

A senior advisor will confirm the exact costs, timeline and documents for your case — privately, and entirely off the record.