Short answer: Australia’s skilled programme commonly uses Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) and Subclass 190 (State/Territory Nominated). Both require a skills assessment, English and enough points. 189 needs no state nomination; 190 needs nomination and usually a commitment to live in that state.
Information current as of October 2026.
How do 189 and 190 differ?
| Item | 189 | 190 |
|---|---|---|
| State nomination | Not required | Required |
| Points | Own points only | Includes nomination points |
| Residence duty | No specific state pledge | Usually live in the nominating state |
Global Immigrate field notes
Confirm skills-assessment feasibility first, then English and points, then state strategy. Applications are handled by Global Immigrate’s in-house team.
Use programme matching or contact advisors.
This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.