NSW Skilled Occupation List for Subclass 190
New South Wales state nomination occupations for subclass 190. Sydney migration pathways and requirements.
NSW Subclass 190 Occupation List
New South Wales offers state nomination for skilled workers to live and work in Australia's most populous state.
NSW 190 Requirements
General Criteria
- Occupation on NSW list
- Valid skills assessment
- Meet points requirement (65+)
- Competent English minimum
- Age under 45
Invitation Process
- Submit EOI in SkillSelect
- Indicate NSW as preference
- Wait for NSW invitation
- Apply within timeframe
Priority Occupations
ICT Professionals
- Software Engineers (261313)
- ICT Business Analysts (261111)
- Developer Programmers (261312)
- ICT Security Specialists (262112)
Health Professionals
- Registered Nurses (254499)
- Medical Practitioners (253111)
- Physiotherapists (252511)
Engineers
- Civil Engineers (233211)
- Mechanical Engineers (233512)
- Electrical Engineers (233311)
Stream Options
NSW Skilled Work Regional (489/491)
- Regional NSW areas
- Lower points requirements
- 15 points from nomination
NSW Skilled Nominated (190)
- Sydney and all NSW
- 5 points from nomination
- Direct PR pathway
Processing Times
- EOI to invitation: 4-12 weeks
- State nomination: 4-8 weeks
- Visa processing: 6-9 months
Tips for Success
- Maximize English scores
- Gain Australian experience if possible
- Consider regional NSW
- Keep documentation current
- Monitor occupation ceilings
Contact Zafco for NSW nomination strategy.
6-18 Mo
Processing Time
98%
Success Rate
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