The Tasmania 2026-27 programme is open, with weekly invitation rounds since 20 August 2026. The Subclass 491 overseas pathway is not issuing invitations this year.
Last reviewed: 2026-10-20 | Programme year: 2026-27
Tasmania State Nomination 2026-27: 190 and 491 Visa Guide
Tasmania state nomination 2026-27 is open, with 2,050 places: 1,250 for the Subclass 190 and 800 for the Subclass 491. Registrations of Interest opened on 17 August 2026. Migration Tasmania has run weekly invitation rounds since 20 August, releasing places progressively across the year. The Subclass 491 overseas pathway is not issuing invitations in 2026-27. This page covers the pathways, eligibility, fees and how to register your interest.
Key facts
- Subclass 190 places (2026-27, confirmed): 1,250
- Subclass 491 places (2026-27, confirmed): 800
- Minimum points required: 65 (confirm on apply.migration.tas.gov.au)
- Nomination adds to your points score: 5 points (190 visa) and 15 points (491 visa)
- Programme status: open. ROIs accepted since 17 August 2026, with weekly invitation rounds since 20 August 2026.
- Official government portal: apply.migration.tas.gov.au
- Nomination fee: $387 plus GST ($425.70 total). No charge to submit a Registration of Interest.
- TSE points: 9 to 12 months of matching employment earns 25 points. From 12 to 15 months it earns 30 points, and from 15 to 18 months it earns 40 points. Gold Pass now requires at least 30 hours per week in a single job.
How many nomination places does Tasmania have?
Tasmania has 2,050 places for 2026-27: 1,250 for the Subclass 190 and 800 for the Subclass 491. The Subclass 190 is a permanent visa. The Subclass 491 is a five-year provisional visa with a pathway to permanent residence through the Subclass 191. This is up from 1,850 places in 2025-26. Migration Tasmania releases invitations weekly so that places remain available across the year.
Which occupations are eligible for Tasmania state nomination?
Tasmania publishes its own occupation lists and nomination pathways. The main pathways for skilled workers living in Tasmania are the Tasmanian Skilled Employment Pathway (TSE), the Tasmanian Skilled Graduate Pathway (TSG), and the Tasmanian Established Resident Pathway (TER). Overseas applicants may be eligible under specific offshore pathways including the Subclass 190 Overseas Applicant pathway for health and education sector applicants with a job offer. Confirm which pathway applies to your circumstances at apply.migration.tas.gov.au.
Official TAS government migration portal
How to apply for Tasmania 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 Tasmania as your preferred state or territory.
- Register under the relevant Tasmania pathway for your circumstances. The main pathways are TSE (skilled employment), TSG (graduates), TER (established residents), and TBO (business operators). Overseas applicants should check the Overseas Applicant pathway requirements. All pathway details are at apply.migration.tas.gov.au. 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 Tasmania nomination invitation rounds
Migration Tasmania has run weekly invitation rounds, usually on Thursdays, since 20 August 2026. In the 8 October 2026 round, it invited 37 Subclass 190 and 24 Subclass 491 ROIs. After that round, 954 Subclass 190 places and 691 Subclass 491 places remained. Weekly figures are published on the Migration Tasmania Application Gateway at apply.migration.tas.gov.au.
How many points do I need for Tasmania state nomination?
You need at least 65 points on the Home Affairs points test. Tasmania then ranks ROIs using its own priority attribute score, not your SkillSelect points. Gold Pass and Green Pass ROIs are invited first. Speak with a MARA-registered agent about how your profile scores under the 2026-27 settings.
Frequently asked questions
How many nomination places does Tasmania have for 2026-27?
Tasmania has 2,050 nomination places for 2026-27: 1,250 for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa and 800 for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. This is up from 1,850 places in 2025-26. Invitations are released through weekly rounds across the year.
Is Tasmania state nomination currently open?
Yes. Tasmania opened its 2026-27 programme to new Registrations of Interest on 17 August 2026. Weekly invitation rounds have run since 20 August 2026. The Subclass 491 overseas pathway is not issuing invitations this programme year.
What is the minimum points score for Tasmania state nomination?
You need at least 65 points on the Home Affairs points test. Tasmania then ranks ROIs using its own priority attribute score rather than SkillSelect points. Gold Pass and Green Pass ROIs are invited first, and the lowest invited scores change every week.
What are the different Tasmania nomination pathways?
Tasmania offers several pathways: Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE) for workers employed in Tasmania, Tasmanian Skilled Graduate (TSG) for recent graduates, Tasmanian Established Resident (TER) for long-term residents, Tasmanian Business Operator (TBO) for business owners, and overseas applicant pathways for health and education workers with a job offer.
Can offshore applicants apply for Tasmania state nomination?
Overseas applicants can apply under the Subclass 190 Overseas Applicant pathway if they have secured a job offer with a Tasmanian health provider or school. The Subclass 491 overseas skilled occupation invitation-only pathway is not issuing invitations for 2026-27. Tasmania is prioritising onshore applicants this programme year.
What is the nomination fee for Tasmania?
The fee to apply for nomination is $387 plus GST, totalling $425.70. There is no charge to submit a Registration of Interest. Fees are payable through the Migration Tasmania Application Gateway at apply.migration.tas.gov.au.
How often does Tasmania issue invitations?
Weekly. Migration Tasmania has run invitation rounds, usually on Thursdays, since 20 August 2026 and publishes the results on its Application Gateway. In the 8 October 2026 round, it invited 37 Subclass 190 and 24 Subclass 491 ROIs.
Kunal Sitlani
Registered Migration Agent, MARN 2418523
Studynash assists applicants across Australia with state nomination pathways including Tasmania.
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.
Ready to check your options for Tasmania state nomination?
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