The Skilled Nominated Visa is a state nominated visa which is point based. This visa type allows the skilled workers to work and live in Australia on a permanent basis. To attain the skilled nominated visa, the individual needs to get a nomination form the territory government or a state in Australia. After that, the individual is eligible to apply for this visa type.

To apply for the Skilled Nominated Visa, the individual needs to submit an Expression of Interest in the ‘Skill Select’ online immigration system by the government of Australia. After the application, you will get a nomination from a state or territory government agency. The individual needs to have a minimum score of 65 points to apply for this visa type.

After the selection, the individual will receive an Invitation to Apply for the 190 Subclass Visa. You need to apply within a period of 60 days from the time you get Invitation to Apply for the visa.

The candidate must:

• Have a relevant occupation
• Be invited by the government to apply
• Be under the age of 45 at the time of filing for the visa
• Be competent in English
• Have a minimum of 65 points.
• Have suitable skills assessment for the job.

Permanent