Yesterday we reported that Victoria — which holds the largest 190 quota of any state — is issuing two rounds of indicative invitations per month. That extra round comes with increased numbers and lower cut-off scores. For details, see:VIC Second Round This Month — Open to Onshore and Offshore Applicants Across All Occupations, Minimum Base Score 60!Victoria, which has been generously and steadily releasing invitations all financial year, found that by the end of December it had used only around 35% of its 190 nomination quota — and started to get nervous.
Before the news had even settled,New South Walesalso joined in! Again witha second round of invitations for January, perhaps because after the round two weeks ago, feedback suggested the numbers were not generous enough? Or did they see what Victoria did and decide to follow suit? This invitation came later than usual, but anyway…
None of that matters — what matters isthis round’s invitation results!
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If your occupation is on the list above, or if you work in a related field, you are welcome to contact our consultants below to assess the feasibility of lodging a NSW Subclass 190 nomination!
NSW Subclass 190 eligibility requirements this financial year:
– Reside in NSW (Sydney or any other area) or offshore for at least 6 months
– Nominated occupation must be on the NSW occupation list and have a completed skills assessment (covering the vast majority of common occupations)
– Language: all four bands at 6
– Minimum EOI score of 65 points (base score 60 points)
As atend of December last year, the actual number of190 nominations used by NSW was 2,375 — just 26% of the total — with 6,700 remaining.Admittedly some indicative invitations are still being processed, but with the financial year already more than half over,this utilisation rate is definitely low。
In short, to avoid wasting quota, NSW still has plenty of room to release more invitations — and popular cut-off scores could well drop further!
NSW Subclass 190 — Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to some common questions.
Q1. I already hold a NSW Subclass 491 (awaiting grant / preparing to apply) — can I also try for NSW Subclass 190?
No. The state government has made it clear that each applicant has only one opportunity to receive a NSW skilled migration nomination.
If you hold a nomination from another state, you may apply again once you have satisfied the in-state or offshore residency requirement of six months.
Q2. How do I prove NSW residency?
Six months of bank statements are mandatory, to record daily expenses and income. Other supporting documents can include a lease agreement, utility bills, and a driver’s licence.
Please note, however, thatthe state government has made it clear that any time spent in NSW on a visitor visa cannot count towards the 6-month residency requirement.
Q3. NSW requirements for skilled employment and related bonus points
Be aware: overclaiming skilled employment points is one of the most common reasons for NSW Subclass 190 nomination refusals.
NSW, Victoria, and Canberra — with Western Australia next, Queensland possibly following, and Subclass 189 still waiting — all state nomination programmes are actively releasing invitations. Get an assessment and don’t miss your opportunity!
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