Subclass 190 & 491 Visa Australia: Invitation to Apply & Nomination Update

Current Processing Times

As of 3 March 2025, the oldest nomination application still awaiting allocation for processing was lodged on 16 January 2025. This reflects the current timeline for assessment and allocation.

Below is the latest update on nomination allocations for the Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa and Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa.

Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa

• Nominations issued: 1,229 out of 2,100 places used

  
  

• Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: 167

• Invitations to apply for nomination (pending acceptance): 86

• Registrations of Interest (ROI) on hand: 308

Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) Visa

• Nominations issued: 443 out of 760 places used

  
  

• Nomination applications lodged but not yet decided: 76

• Invitations to apply for nomination (pending acceptance): 49

• Registrations of Interest (ROI) on hand: 287

Candidates who possess at least one Orange-Plus attribute will be granted an Orange pass, marking them as high priority. While not an automatic nomination, these candidates are highly likely to receive an invitation within six months.

Key Considerations:

• The more Orange-Plus attributes a candidate holds, the faster they are expected to receive an invitation.

• All Subclass 190 candidates with at least one Orange-Plus attribute will receive an invitation within this program year.

• Employment must be skilled to qualify for Orange-Plus attributes.

Eligibility & Documentation

To improve chances of receiving an invitation, candidates should ensure:

• Their documentation is complete and up to date.

• Their work experience and skills align with the latest occupation lists.

• They meet the necessary points threshold for nomination.

Processing Time Variations

Processing times may vary depending on:

• The volume of applications received.

• The complexity of individual cases.

• The availability of nomination places within the current program year.

Future Outlook & Predictions

With ongoing demand for skilled workers in Tasmania, it is expected that nomination places will continue to be allocated strategically based on priority needs. Candidates are advised to monitor official updates and ensure they remain eligible for nomination opportunities.