Queensland state nomination is a gateway to the 190 and 491 visas in the Brisbane and Gold Coast area. Queensland nomination focuses on healthcare and construction occupations. This article explains it in detail.
How Queensland state nomination works
Queensland nomination is managed by Migration Queensland (an agency under the Department of Trade and Investment). The state splits its program into the 190 visa (Brisbane and statewide) and the 491 visa for designated regional areas.
Designated 491 areas in Queensland include Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Townsville, Toowoomba and many other towns. These are areas with high labour demand in construction, healthcare, tourism and agriculture.
Queensland nomination criteria
Queensland nomination requires: an occupation on the Queensland Skilled Occupation List, living in Queensland (for the Onshore stream) or committing to live in Queensland (for the Offshore stream), and a minimum score usually of 80+ for the 190.
Queensland has special streams for priority sectors: healthcare (doctors, nurses), education (teachers in shortage areas) and construction. Graduates from Queensland institutions have a priority advantage in some programs.
Notes for Vietnamese applicants
Brisbane and Gold Coast have a comfortable subtropical climate, with a cost of living more moderate than Sydney and Melbourne. Queensland nomination suits people working in healthcare, education, tourism and construction.
The Vietnamese community in Brisbane is significant, particularly in the Inala and Darra areas. Gold Coast also has a growing Vietnamese community. Rules may change; you should check the Migration Queensland website.
You should refer to official Home Affairs website and Home Affairs – Skilled visas to check current conditions.
Summary
Queensland state nomination (Migration Queensland) for the 190 (Brisbane, statewide) and 491 (Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, Townsville, Toowoomba) visas. Focused on healthcare, education, construction, tourism and agriculture. Requires an occupation on the Queensland Skilled Occupation List, living in Queensland or a commitment to, and a score of 80+ for the 190. Graduates from Queensland institutions get priority. Comfortable subtropical climate, moderate cost of living.
