Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent residency visa for skilled professionals from overseas who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government agency. This visa allows individuals to live and work in Australia and requires meeting the migration points test.

Benefits of the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190):

Live and work in Australia permanently
Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system
Pathway to Australian citizenship
Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residency
Travel freely in and out of Australia for five years from the date of visa approval

Eligibility Criteria for Subclass 190:

To be eligible for the Skilled Nominated Visa, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be under 45 years of age at the time of application
Nominate an occupation on the current Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)
Obtain nomination from an Australian state or territory government agency
Have a positive skills assessment from the appropriate Australian assessing authority
Achieve 'Competent English' proficiency (or higher)
Meet the health and character requirements
Obtain the required points score as stated in your invitation letter

Health Requirements:

The specific health examinations required vary based on factors such as the applicant’s intended activities in Australia, country of citizenship, and travel history in the last five years. This applies to both the primary visa applicant and all family members included in the application, even if they are not migrating.

Health examination results are valid for 12 months.

Health Requirements:

To satisfy character requirements, you must provide police certificates from each country where you’ve lived for at least 12 months in the past ten years after turning 16.

Debts to the Australian Government:

Before your visa can be granted, you must ensure you have no outstanding debts to the Australian Government.

English Language Proficiency:

To demonstrate ‘Competent English’ proficiency, you must meet the following minimum scores in any of these recognized tests:

Pearson Test of English (PTE): At least 50 in each of the four components
IELTS: At least 6 in each of the four components
Equivalent scores in TOEFL iBT, OET, or CAE

At High Hopes Migration, we are dedicated to helping skilled professionals navigate the Skilled Nominated Visa application process. Our expert consultants are here to assist you in preparing your application, ensuring that all requirements are met for the best chance of success. Contact us today to learn more about how we can support your migration journey!

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