Last reviewed: 2026-10-20 | Programme year: 2025-26

Queensland State Nomination 2026: 190 and 491 Visa Guide

Queensland state nomination has 2,600 confirmed places for the 2025-26 programme year: 1,850 for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa and 750 for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. The 2026-27 programme has not yet opened and the allocation has not been confirmed. Queensland typically opens earlier in the programme year than most other states. This page covers Queensland's nomination requirements, occupation list, application process, and recent invitation round activity and is updated whenever the programme changes.

How many nomination places does Queensland have?

Queensland's 2025-26 allocation of 2,600 places comprised 1,850 for the Subclass 190 (permanent residence) and 750 for the Subclass 491 (a provisional visa valid for 5 years, with a pathway to permanent residence via the Subclass 191 visa). Queensland has historically expanded its programme allocations and opened earlier in the year than most states. The 2026-27 allocation has not yet been confirmed by the Australian Government.

Which occupations are eligible for Queensland state nomination?

Queensland publishes its own Queensland Skilled Occupation List. Check the current list at migration.qld.gov.au before submitting a Registration of Interest. Priority sectors include construction, healthcare, education, and engineering. Queensland has specific pathways for onshore construction workers, which from 2026 accepted casual and self-employed work experience where applicants meet the minimum hours requirement. Confirm the current occupation list and pathway requirements directly on migration.qld.gov.au.

Official QLD government migration portal

How to apply for Queensland state nomination

1. Check that your occupation is on the relevant occupation list and that you meet the skill and English requirements.
2. Obtain a positive skills assessment from the assessing authority for your occupation.
3. Submit an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect and nominate Queensland as your preferred state or territory.
4. Submit a Registration of Interest through the Business and Skilled Migration Queensland portal at migration.qld.gov.au. Queensland assesses ROIs against its published occupation lists and pathway criteria. Open the portal
5. If invited, lodge your nomination application with the state and provide the supporting documents requested.
6. Once nominated, lodge your Subclass 190 or Subclass 491 visa application with the Department of Home Affairs within the invitation period.

Recent Queensland nomination invitation rounds

Queensland publishes invitation round information on migration.qld.gov.au. Round dates and occupation groups invited are announced by Queensland when each round is conducted. The 2026-27 round schedule will be published when the programme opens.

How many points do I need for Queensland state nomination?

The minimum points threshold for Queensland state nomination is 65 points on the Department of Home Affairs points test. Cut-off scores vary by occupation and pathway. Queensland does not publish consolidated cut-off score data in the same format as some other states. Speak with a MARA-registered agent to understand what score is competitive for your occupation in Queensland.

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Frequently asked questions

Related pages

• 189 vs 190 vs 491: which skilled visa is right for you
• Points calculator
• Book a consultation

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.