SC 190
A points-tested permanent residence visa with state or territory nomination. Score 65+ points (including 5 bonus points from your nominating state) and settle in Australia.
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The Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) visa is a points-tested permanent residence visa that requires nomination by an Australian state or territory government. It works similarly to the SC 189, but with one key difference: a state or territory nominates you, giving you 5 additional points on the points test. In return, you commit to living and working in that state or territory for at least 2 years after your visa is granted.
Each state and territory operates its own nomination program with specific occupation priority lists, points thresholds, and selection criteria that can change quarterly. Some states prioritise certain occupations or applicants with specific skills, qualifications, or connections to the region. You still need a positive skills assessment, a minimum of 65 points (including the 5 nomination points), and competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent).
The application process involves submitting an EOI through SkillSelect, applying separately for state nomination, and then lodging the visa application once you receive an invitation. Concord helps you identify which states are most likely to nominate you based on your occupation and profile, manage the state application, and prepare a strong visa submission.
Who is it for?
The SC 190 is ideal for skilled professionals who fall just short of the competitive points threshold for the SC 189 and can benefit from the 5 bonus points that state nomination provides. It's also a good fit if you have a genuine connection to a particular state or territory, whether through prior study, work experience, or family ties.
It's popular with IT professionals, engineers, healthcare workers, accountants, and tradespeople whose occupations appear on state-specific nomination lists. If you're flexible about where you live in Australia for the first 2 years, the 190 opens up more pathways than the 189 alone, since different states have different occupation priorities and points thresholds.
What are the requirements
State or territory nomination
You must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government. Each state has its own occupation lists, criteria, and application process.
Points test (minimum 65 including nomination)
You must score at least 65 points on the points test, including the 5 bonus points from state nomination. Competitive scores are typically 80+ depending on occupation and state.
Positive skills assessment
You must obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority for your nominated occupation before submitting your EOI.
English language (IELTS 6.0+)
Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent) is the minimum. Higher scores earn additional points and may improve your state nomination prospects.
Visa Timeline
Concord Processing Time
Premium Processing Time
Standard Processing Time
Concord evaluates your points score, occupation, and profile to identify which states are most likely to nominate you and develops a targeted strategy.
~1-2 weeks
Concord guides you through the skills assessment, submits your EOI through SkillSelect, and prepares and lodges your state nomination application.
~2-4 months (including skills assessment and state processing)
Once your state nomination is approved and you receive an Invitation to Apply, Concord prepares and lodges the full visa application with all supporting documents.
~6-12 months (processing)
Permanent (2-year state commitment)
Permanent (2-year state commitment)
~10-20 months (skills assessment to grant)
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