The Skilled Nominated Visa enables an individual with specific skills and qualifications to migrate to Australia on a permanent basis after being nominated by an Australian state or territory government agency.

 

This visa is for applicants who may not have met the pass mark for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189).  The applicant must also obtain a point score of at least 60 through SkillSelect to be eligible for this visa.

 

A state or territory government agency may nominate a prospective applicant because of a shortage of skills in a particular occupation in that state or territory or because the applicant has demonstrate specialised skills for a particular region of that state or territory.

 

The applicant must be nominated for an occupation from a specified list, the Consolidated Sponsored Occupations List (CSOL).

 

The applicant must also meet other requirements including age (under 50 years), English language skills, qualifications, work experience, health and character.

 

A subclass 189 visa entitles the holder to all permanent resident benefits including healthcare, social security benefits and possible eligibility for citizenship.

 

Please contact us for further information or for assistance with your application for a Skilled Nominated Visa – Subclass 190.