189 Invitation Round October 2026: Latest Update

The 15 October 2026 Subclass 189 invitation round has generated reported occupation scores and client outcomes. However, official occupation-wise results have not yet been published.

Studynash reports receiving more than 10 invitations among its clients. Reported occupations include Food Technologist, Management Consultant, Construction Project Manager, Statistician, Multimedia Specialist and Architect.

The occupation scores listed below are preliminary reports. The Department of Home Affairs has not yet published the official results, so these figures cannot be confirmed as the round's minimum invitation scores.

189 invitation round October 2026: reported occupation points

The following occupation scores were supplied for this update. They should be treated as preliminary reports rather than official cut-off scores.

These figures have not been confirmed against an official occupation-wise results release. Do not treat them as guaranteed invitation thresholds or use them as the sole basis for a migration decision.

189 invitation round October 2026: Studynash client outcomes

Studynash reports receiving more than 10 invitations among its clients in this round. The client outcome graphic available for this update shows the following examples.

The graphic shows nine entries, so it should not be read as a complete list of all client invitations. These are reported client outcomes and are separate from official occupation-wise minimum scores.

What applicants should know about invitation scores

A points score alone does not guarantee an invitation. Outcomes can differ by occupation and round, and the reported score for one applicant does not establish the minimum score for everyone in that occupation.

The Department of Home Affairs publishes official information about SkillSelect invitation rounds on its website. Until official occupation-wise results are available, treat third-party tables and client examples as indicative only.

Applicants should also check that their Expression of Interest (EOI) accurately reflects their qualifications, English results, skilled employment and other claimed points. Claims must be supported by evidence if an invitation is received.

What to do if you received an invitation

If you received a Subclass 189 invitation, check the invitation date and application deadline immediately. Applicants generally have 60 days from the invitation date to lodge their visa application.

Before lodging, make sure your documents support every points claim in your EOI. Check your skills assessment, English test results, employment evidence, qualifications, identity documents and any other required evidence.

Do not assume that receiving an invitation means the visa is already approved. The Department assesses the visa application against the relevant requirements.

What to do if you were not invited

If you were not invited, review your EOI and confirm that your points claim is accurate. Check whether you may be eligible to improve your score through a valid change in circumstances, further work experience or a stronger English result.

You can also assess whether a Subclass 190 or 491 pathway may suit your circumstances. State and territory nomination criteria vary, so check the current requirements before making a decision.

Avoid withdrawing or changing an EOI without understanding the consequences. If your circumstances have changed, make sure any update is accurate and supported by evidence.

Common mistakes after a 189 invitation round

• Treating preliminary or client-reported scores as official minimum scores.
• Assuming that the same score guarantees an invitation in a future round.
• Claiming points that cannot be supported with evidence.
• Missing the visa application deadline after receiving an invitation.
• Ignoring other eligible skilled migration pathways.
• Making a migration decision based only on a social media graphic or an unverified score table.

Disclaimer: Invitation scores are indicative, not a guarantee of future invitations. Verify the round details through official Department of Home Affairs updates.