New South Wales

In order to receive an offer for Subclass 190 you need to meet the NSW requirements as follows: 

NSW will generally not invite candidates to apply for nomination by NSW for a Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) if they are currently residing in another Australian state or territory.

NSW also does not currently offer a pathway for NSW graduates through the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) program due to the very high demand for positions from highly qualified and experienced individuals.

Please see below for the New South Wales Occupation List:

1. How to check my occupation? Does my occupation have to be listed?
   • You may refer to the Skilled Occupation List from the Department of Home Affairs website, and your nominated occupation has to be on the list.
2. How many points do I need to have?
   • You need to reach 65 points, at the minimum.
   • The higher scores you get, the better chances you will have against other migrants.
3. How to calculate my points?
   • Points may come from: Your age, English language requirements, work experience (inside and outside Australia), recognised qualification, partner skills, State or Territory nomination and regional study.
   • We have a system made for you to see the bigger picture of your points. Please click here.
4. Is there any minimum age to apply for this visa?
   • You have to be under 45 years old or turn 45 after being invited to apply for this visa.
5. Can I include my family in this visa application?
   • You can include your partner and/or dependent children in your application, either when you lodge the visa application or add them afterwards, but before the Department finalises your application.
6. How much does the visa cost?
   • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) costs AUD $4,045 for the main applicant, and there will be an additional charge if you include your partner and/or dependent children.
   • If your family members who have turned 18 at the time of application and who are assessed as not having functional English, you might have to pay the second instalment which is AUD $4,885.
   • The cost is as per October 2020 and will increase every July each year.
7. Where can I apply for this visa?
   • You can apply for this visa while you are onshore or offshore.
   • For onshore applications, you must be on a substantive or relevant bridging visa when you apply.
8. How long is the processing time for this visa?
   • This visa generally takes from 6 to 9 months to be processed, assuming that you meet all the requirements and provide all additional request in time.
9. How long can I stay using this visa?
   • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent visa, which allows you and your family to stay in Australia indefinitely.
   • The visa expires five years after the Department grant it, and you may renew the visa before it expired.

If you are currently residing in NSW, have your occupation listed, have all relevant documents required and are interested in receiving an invitation for a state nomination, then you may want to ask for assistance as this process is time consuming and complicated.

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