Commencing January 2020, NSW will generally not invite candidates to apply for nomination by NSW for a Skilled Nominated Visa (190) if they are currently residing in another Australian state or territory.
NSW participates in the Skilled Nominated Visa (190) program in order to attract highly skilled people in a range of occupations to contribute to NSW skills needs. NSW position as an appealing destination for skilled migrants is confirmed beyond doubt by the significant demand shown for NSW nomination for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190).
In recognition of ongoing high demand and to ensure that places allocated under the program are aligned to the skills needs of the state’s economy, NSW has a selection-based invitation process for the 190 program. Under this process, NSW selects and invites the most suitable candidates from SkillSelect to apply for NSW nomination.
Our selection and invitation process ensures that places allocated under the NSW program are aligned to the skills needs of NSW.
Eligibility:
The purpose of the NSW skilled visa program is to help drive economic growth, competitiveness and productivity in NSW. Through the 190 program we aim to nominate highly skilled migrants whose occupational skills are needed in NSW.
NSW selects and invites candidates to apply for NSW nomination. Candidates are selected from the Department of Home Affairs SkillSelect database. NSW Department of Industry selects and invites the highest ranking candidates who meet the NSW nomination criteria in eligible occupations on an ongoing basis. Invitations are not guaranteed.
To be considered for NSW selection, candidates must meet minimum eligibility requirements including:
- Meet NSW occupation requirements. For details, see below under ‘Occupation requirements’.
- Score a minimum of at least 65 points on the Australian Department of Home Affairs points test and meet relevant Commonwealth visa criteria.
- Have been selected by NSW and received an invitation to apply for NSW nomination.
- Submit a complete and accurate application for NSW nomination within 14 days of being invited to apply.
- Commit to living and working in NSW for at least the first two years after being granted the 190 visa.
Occupation requirements
Your occupation must be on the NSW 190 Priority Skilled Occupation List (NSW 190 List).
NSW cannot provide an indication of the likelihood of invitation.
All candidates must have had their qualifications assessed as suitable to work in the nominated occupation in Australia. Read about the suitable skills assessment.
Some occupations on the NSW 190 Priority Occupation List (NSW 190 List) are now subject to an additional requirement for nomination by NSW.
The additional requirement for these occupations is to be living in NSW, and to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in the nominated occupation.
These occupations are indicated on the NSW 190 Priority Skilled Occupation List.
Criteria:
To be considered for invitation to apply for NSW nomination, candidates must meet minimum
eligibility requirements including that you:
1. Have an occupation on the NSW 190 Priority Skilled Occupation List.
Some occupations on the NSW 190 Priority Occupation List are subject to an additional requirement for nomination by NSW.
The additional requirement for these occupations is:
- to be currently living in NSW, and;
- to have been employed in NSW for at least one year, in your nominated occupation.
These occupations are indicated on the NSW 190 Priority Skilled Occupation List.
2. Score a minimum of at least 65 points on the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs’ points test and meet relevant Commonwealth visa criteria.
3. Have received an invitation to apply for NSW nomination.
4. Submit a complete and accurate application for NSW nomination within 14 days of being invited to apply.
5. Commit to living and working in NSW for at least the first two years after being granted your Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190).
Cost:
For NSW nomination for the 190 visa, the application fee is:
- $300 for applicants applying from outside Australia
- $330 (GST included) for applicants applying from within Australia
If you have received an invitation to apply for NSW nomination, please ensure that you are ready to pay your fee when you submit your application.
Payment can be made by Visa or MasterCard issued credit cards and debit cards. Upon successful payment, a receipt containing your Skilled Reference Number (SRN) will be sent to you by email.
The application fee is not refundable.