Direct Australian Permanent Residency pathway backed by state or territory government nomination, unlocking an instant **+5 bonus points** boost.
Calculate your state nomination score with Pathvora's migration team.
Why state nomination provides a major competitive edge in the SkillSelect pool.
Securing a state nomination automatically adds 5 points to your overall GSM score, helping you meet or exceed invitation cutoffs.
Access state-specific occupation lists (STSOL) in addition to the core MLTSSL list, expanding options for specialized professions.
Grants direct PR status upon approval. Live, work, and study indefinitely in the nominating state with complete Medicare coverage.
Understand the key statutory differences between the two primary GSM PR visas.
| Criteria | Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) | Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) |
|---|---|---|
| Nomination Required? | No nomination required | Mandatory State/Territory Government nomination |
| Bonus Points Added | 0 Bonus Points | +5 Bonus Points added automatically |
| Eligible Occupations | MLTSSL List Only | MLTSSL + STSOL (State Specific Lists) |
| Location Requirement | Live and work anywhere in Australia | Commitment to live/work in nominating state for 2 years |
| Residency Status | Direct Permanent Residence | Direct Permanent Residence |
How our executive legal team manages your application from state selection to PR grant.
We process your degree and work experience with statutory bodies (ACS, VETASSESS, EA) for a positive assessment.
We lodge your EOI in SkillSelect and submit targeted Registration of Interest (ROI) files to your chosen Australian state.
Upon state nomination approval, **+5 points** are added, triggering a formal Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Home Affairs.
We submit the final e-application within the 60-day window, securing your Direct Australian Permanent Residency grant.
Clear answers to essential questions regarding the Skilled Nominated visa.
State nomination requires a moral commitment to live and work in the nominating state for your first 2 years after PR grant. After 2 years, you can move freely across Australia.
Depending on specific state nomination guidelines, you can lodge multiple EOIs for different states, provided you meet each state's individual residency and occupation criteria.
Yes. You can include your spouse/partner and dependent children in your application. They receive full Permanent Residency rights upon visa grant.