WA 190 State Nomination Visa Requirements

How to Apply for Western Australia WA 190 State Nomination Visa

This article provides a detailed explanation of the requirements and application process for Western Australia (WA) State Nomination for the 190 Visa. With the 190 Visa, you can live, work and study in Australia permanently as well as access the Australian Government’s national health scheme, Medicare.

General Requirements for 190 Visa Australia

To apply for the 190 Visa, you must meet the requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs, including:

• be under 45 years old,
• obtain a positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation,
• have at least Competent English proficiency,
• scored at least 65 points or higher on your Expression of Interest.

Step-by-Step Application for 190 WA State Nomination Visa

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Ensure you’ve met all requirements for the 190 Visa as set by the Department of Home Affairs. Additionally, you must meet the requirements for Western Australia state nomination. You must ensure you’ve met the requirements for one of the Western Australia state nomination pathways and that your nominated occupation is listed on the Western Australia state nomination occupation list.

If you’re unsure, seek professional help from our Registered Migration Agent to assess your background for the 190 Visa WA state nomination.

Step 2: Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) for 190 Visa WA

You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) for the 190 Visa and choose Western Australia as your preferred state. This is to ensure the Western Australian Government can review your application.

If you’ve met the minimum score and the state nomination requirements for Western Australia, you will receive an invitation to submit the state nomination application.

Step 3: Submit State Nomination Application for 190 Visa WA

You must submit the state nomination for Western Australia through the link provided on the invitation letter.

You have 28 days to complete and submit your application. Note that you can only apply for one state nomination pathway even though you’ve met the requirements for all nomination pathways.

Step 4: Wait for the Invitation from the Department of Home Affairs

If the Western Australian Government approves your state nomination application, it will nominate you in SkillSelect, and you will receive an invitation from the Department of Home Affairs to lodge a 190 Visa application.

Note that state nomination doesn’t guarantee your 190 Visa application will be granted.

Step 5: Apply for a 190 Visa

After receiving the invitation, lodge your 190 Visa application through ImmiAccount.

You have 60 days to complete and submit your visa application.

Step 6: 190 Visa Application Outcome

The Department of Home Affairs will inform you in writing regarding the outcome of your 190 Visa application.

If your 190 Visa is granted, you must register your arrival or visa approval here.

Western Australia State Nomination Streams for 190 Visa

There are two available nomination streams for the WA 190 Visa: the General Stream and the Graduate Stream. The details of these streams are below.

General Stream

There are two schedules under the general stream: WASMOL Schedule 1 and WASMOL Schedule 2. The criteria are:

• Have a nominated occupation listed on WA Occupation List Schedule 1 or 2.
• Have a positive Skills Assessment for your nominated occupation.
• Meet the 190 Visa general eligibility requirements from the Department of Home Affairs.
• Meet the minimum English requirements.
• At least one year of Australian or one year of overseas work experience in a nominated or closely related occupation over the last 10 years.
• Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of six months in the nominated or closely related occupation (not applicable for building and construction industry sector occupation).

Graduate Stream

The Graduate stream is for international students who have completed their studies in a higher education institution or university in Western Australia. The criteria are:

• Have a nominated occupation on the Graduate stream occupation list.
• Have positive Skills Assessments for your nominated occupation. A Skills Assessment issued for a 485 Visa is not acceptable.
• Meet the 190 Visa general eligibility requirements from the Department of Home Affairs.
• Meet the minimum English proficiency requirements.
• Meet the study requirements.

Check out the occupation list for Western Australia state nomination here.

English Requirement

The English requirements for Western Australia state nomination are as follows:

At ONEderland Consulting, led by our registered migration agent, Mrs Indah Melindasari, our mission is to help skilled migrants secure a strong migration pathway, including through permanent residency options such as the WA State Nomination for the Subclass 190 visa.

Applying for 190 WA State Nomination Visa with ONEderland Consulting

We understand the critical role state nomination plays in achieving long-term settlement in Australia. Our dedicated team works closely with you to ensure every requirement is met, from preparing a tailored document checklist to assisting with skills assessments, Expressions of Interest (EOI), and visa applications. As registered migration professionals regulated by MARA, we are committed to providing honest, accountable, and results-driven assistance. Get in touch with us today to start your journey towards permanent residency in Western Australia with confidence. You can reach us by email at [email protected], by phone at 1300 827 159, via WhatsApp at +61494372414, or by booking an online consultation.