NSW Subclass 190 nominations are open for 2026-27, with the first round in the week of 19 October. All Subclass 491 pathways remain closed to new applicants.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-20 | Programme year: 2026-27
NSW State Nomination 2026-27: Subclass 190 Guide and Skills List
NSW state nomination 2026-27 is open for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa. NSW expects its first invitation round in the week starting 19 October 2026. The updated NSW Skills List covers 78 ANZSCO unit groups. All Subclass 491 pathways remain closed to new applicants, and NSW has not yet published its 2026-27 allocation. This page covers who is eligible, the full Skills List, how NSW chooses who to invite and what to check before the round.
Key facts
- Programme status: Subclass 190 open for 2026-27. Subclass 491 closed under all pathways.
- First 2026-27 invitation round: expected in the week starting 19 October 2026
- NSW Skills List 2026-27: 78 ANZSCO unit groups, published 15 October 2026 (Subclass 190 only)
- How to be considered: lodge an EOI in SkillSelect selecting NSW. You cannot apply directly to NSW.
- Invitation validity: 14 days, with no extensions
- Nomination assessment: typically within six weeks
- 2026-27 allocation: not yet published. 2025-26 allocation: 2,100 (Subclass 190) and 1,500 (Subclass 491)
- Minimum points required: 65. Nomination adds 5 points (Subclass 190)
- Official government portal: nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration
Who is eligible for NSW 190 nomination in 2026-27?
- Visa eligibility: You must meet all Home Affairs requirements for the Subclass 190 visa.
- Skills assessment: You need a valid skills assessment in an occupation that is eligible for the Subclass 190. The occupation must fall within a unit group on the NSW Skills List.
- Onshore applicants: You must work in NSW in your nominated occupation for at least 20 hours a week. Alternatively, you must have lived in NSW continuously for at least six months.
- Offshore applicants: You must have lived offshore continuously for at least six months.
NSW uses the usual country of residence in your EOI to decide whether you are treated as an onshore or offshore applicant.
Which occupations are on the NSW Skills List 2026-27?
NSW published its updated Skills List for the Subclass 190 on 15 October 2026. It covers 78 ANZSCO unit groups. Check the first four digits of your six-digit ANZSCO code against the table below. Then confirm your occupation is eligible for the Subclass 190 on the Home Affairs list.
| ANZSCO code | Unit group |
|---|---|
| 1213 | Livestock Farmers |
| 1331 | Construction Managers |
| 1335 | Production Managers |
| 1341 | Child Care Centre Managers |
| 1342 | Health and Welfare Services Managers |
| 2241 | Mathematical Science Professionals |
| 2245 | Land Economists and Valuers |
| 2251 | Advertising and Marketing Professionals |
| 2322 | Surveyors and Spatial Scientists |
| 2325 | Interior Designers |
| 2332 | Civil Engineering Professionals |
| 2333 | Electrical Engineers |
| 2336 | Mining Engineers |
| 2339 | Other Engineering Professionals |
| 2341 | Agricultural, Fisheries and Forestry Scientists |
| 2347 | Veterinarians |
| 2411 | Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teachers |
| 2412 | Primary School Teachers |
| 2413 | Middle School Teachers / Intermediate School Teachers |
| 2414 | Secondary School Teachers |
| 2415 | Special Education Teachers |
| 2492 | Private Tutors and Teachers |
| 2493 | Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages |
| 2511 | Nutrition Professionals |
| 2512 | Medical Imaging Professionals |
| 2515 | Pharmacists |
| 2521 | Chiropractors and Osteopaths |
| 2523 | Dental Practitioners |
| 2524 | Occupational Therapists |
| 2525 | Physiotherapists |
| 2526 | Podiatrists |
| 2527 | Audiologists and Speech Pathologists / Therapists |
| 2531 | General Practitioners and Resident Medical Officers |
| 2533 | Specialist Physicians |
| 2534 | Psychiatrists |
| 2535 | Surgeons |
| 2539 | Other Medical Practitioners |
| 2541 | Midwives |
| 2543 | Nurse Managers |
| 2544 | Registered Nurses |
| 2612 | Multimedia Specialists and Web Developers |
| 2613 | Software and Applications Programmers |
| 2621 | Database and Systems Administrators, and ICT Security Specialists |
| 2631 | Computer Network Professionals |
| 2723 | Psychologists |
| 2725 | Social Workers |
| 3112 | Medical Technicians |
| 3121 | Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians |
| 3122 | Civil Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
| 3123 | Electrical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
| 3125 | Mechanical Engineering Draftspersons and Technicians |
| 3129 | Other Building and Engineering Technicians |
| 3211 | Automotive Electricians |
| 3212 | Motor Mechanics |
| 3221 | Metal Casting, Forging and Finishing Trades Workers |
| 3222 | Sheetmetal Workers |
| 3223 | Structural Steel and Welding Trades Workers |
| 3231 | Aircraft Maintenance Engineers |
| 3232 | Metal Fitters and Machinists |
| 3234 | Toolmakers and Engineering Patternmakers |
| 3311 | Bricklayers and Stonemasons |
| 3312 | Carpenters and Joiners |
| 3322 | Painters |
| 3331 | Glaziers |
| 3332 | Plasterers and Renderers |
| 3333 | Roof Tilers |
| 3334 | Wall and Floor Tilers |
| 3341 | Plumbers |
| 3411 | Electricians |
| 3421 | Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanics |
| 3422 | Electrical Distribution Trades Workers |
| 3423 | Electronics Trades Workers |
| 3424 | Telecommunications Trades Workers |
| 3613 | Veterinary Nurses |
| 3941 | Cabinet and Furniture Makers |
| 4114 | Enrolled and Mothercraft Nurses |
| 4117 | Welfare Support Workers |
| 4523 | Sports Coaches, Instructors and Officials |
Source: NSW Government, NSW Skills Lists, updated 15 October 2026. The Regional Skills List for the Subclass 491 has not been updated for 2026-27.
Source: NSW Government: NSW Skills Lists
How many nomination places does New South Wales have?
NSW has not yet published its 2026-27 allocation. In 2025-26, NSW received 3,600 places: 2,100 for the Subclass 190 and 1,500 for the Subclass 491. The 2025-26 Subclass 190 allocation was used in full before 30 June 2026. NSW describes its nomination programme as exceptionally competitive and encourages applicants to consider other visa pathways as well.
Which occupations are eligible for New South Wales state nomination?
Your occupation must fall within an ANZSCO unit group on the NSW Skills List. It must also be eligible for the Subclass 190 on the Home Affairs occupation list. The Skills List works at the four-digit unit group level, so not every occupation within a listed group is eligible. You also need a valid skills assessment for that occupation. Occupations outside the list will not be considered for an invitation.
Official NSW government migration portal
How to apply for New South Wales state nomination
- Check that your occupation is on the relevant occupation list and that you meet the skill and English requirements.
- Obtain a positive skills assessment from the assessing authority for your occupation.
- Submit an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect and nominate New South Wales as your preferred state or territory.
- Check that you meet the NSW residency rule set out on this page. NSW nomination is invitation only. There is no NSW registration or portal application before you are invited. Open the portal
- If invited, lodge your nomination application with the state and provide the supporting documents requested.
- Once nominated, lodge your Subclass 190 or Subclass 491 visa application with the Department of Home Affairs within the invitation period.
Recent New South Wales nomination invitation rounds
NSW expects its first 2026-27 Subclass 190 round in the week starting 19 October 2026. NSW does not announce round dates in advance and does not publish minimum invited scores. It ranks EOIs within each unit group using age, English, education, points score and years of skilled work. The date you submitted or updated your EOI does not affect your chance of an invitation.
How many points do I need for New South Wales state nomination?
An EOI needs at least 65 points on the Home Affairs points test, and NSW nomination adds 5 points for the Subclass 190. NSW does not publish minimum invited scores. Because NSW ranks EOIs within each unit group, a competitive profile varies widely by occupation. Make sure every claim in your EOI can be backed by valid documents before the round.
Frequently asked questions
Is NSW state nomination 2026-27 open?
Yes, for the Subclass 190 visa. NSW has opened its 2026-27 programme and expects the first invitation round in the week starting 19 October 2026. All Subclass 491 pathways remain closed to new applicants. NSW has not yet published its 2026-27 allocation.
Which occupations are on the NSW Skills List for 2026-27?
The 2026-27 NSW Skills List covers 78 ANZSCO unit groups across health, teaching, engineering, ICT, construction and trades. Your occupation must fall within a listed unit group and also be eligible for the Subclass 190. Occupations outside the list will not be considered for an invitation.
Do I need to live in NSW to get 190 nomination?
Not always. Onshore applicants must either work in NSW in their nominated occupation for at least 20 hours a week, or live in NSW. If relying on residence, they must have lived in NSW continuously for six months. Offshore applicants must have lived offshore continuously for at least six months.
How does NSW choose who gets invited?
NSW ranks EOIs within each ANZSCO unit group. It considers age, English, education, points score and years of skilled work experience. The highest-ranked EOIs in each group are invited. Your EOI submission date does not affect your chances, and NSW does not announce round dates in advance.
Is NSW 491 nomination open in 2026-27?
No. All NSW Subclass 491 pathways remain closed to new applicants. NSW has not updated its Regional Skills List for 2026-27 and says it will share more information when available. Applicants who need a 491 should look at other states in the meantime.
How long do I have to apply after an NSW invitation?
You have 14 days, and NSW will not extend this. You must provide valid, unexpired documents for every claim in your EOI. NSW typically assesses nomination applications within six weeks.
Kunal Sitlani
Registered Migration Agent, MARN 2418523
Studynash assists applicants across Australia with state nomination pathways including New South Wales.
Related pages
The information on this page is general in nature and does not constitute migration advice. Visa requirements, nomination allocations, and occupation lists change throughout the programme year. Always verify current settings on the relevant state government website before submitting an application or Registration of Interest. For advice specific to your circumstances, speak with a MARA-registered migration agent.
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