Visa 190 is a permanent residence category with nomination from an Australian state or territory. Visa 190 adds 5 points in the points test, helping applicants reach a competitive level more easily than the 189. This article explains it in detail.
Visa 190 là gì
Visa 190 (Skilled Nominated visa) is a permanent residence visa granted to skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Visa 190 holders commit to living and working in the nominating state for a prescribed period (usually 2 years).
Visa 190 applies to professions on the MLTSSL or STSOL (Short-term Skilled Occupation List). Each state has its own occupation list and nomination criteria, along with its own separate nomination application process.
Benefits and conditions
Visa 190 holders receive permanent residence from the outset, without going through a temporary stage like the 491 visa. They have the right to live, work and study in Australia with full PR benefits.
The commitment to the nominating state is usually to live and work in that state for at least 2 years after receiving the visa. This is an honor-based commitment without strict enforcement mechanisms, but violating it may affect a later citizenship application.
Quy trình xin visa 190
The visa 190 process has two steps. First, the applicant submits an EOI via SkillSelect, selecting the 190 category and nominating the state of interest. Then, they submit a nomination application directly with the state (each state has its own process).
Once the state nominates, the applicant receives notification via SkillSelect and an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Home Affairs. They then submit the full 190 visa application within 60 days. State nomination adds 5 points in the points test, helping applicants reach a competitive level more easily than the 189.
You should refer to official Home Affairs website and Home Affairs – Skilled visas to check current conditions.
Summary
Visa 190 is PR with state nomination, adding 5 points. It applies to MLTSSL/STSOL professions. Commitment to live and work in the nominating state for at least 2 years. Full PR benefits. Process: EOI nominating a state, separate nomination application with the state, receiving an ITA, submitting the visa within 60 days. Lower competitive score threshold than the 189; you should review each state’s criteria.
