# Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) for applicants from India

The subclass 190 is permanent residence with a state or territory nomination that adds 5 points. Each state runs its own program with its own occupation list, and several accept applicants who are still in India.

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## For Indian applicants
For most Indian applicants this is the most realistic permanent route: the nomination adds points and states select from their own pool rather than the national queue. The trade-off is commitment, usually two years living and working in the nominating state.

## Eligibility
- Occupation on the nominating state's list and a positive skills assessment
- Under 45 at invitation, competent English or better
- At least 65 points including the 5 nomination points; many states require more
- State-specific requirements: work experience, a job offer, or ties to the state
- Commitment to live in the nominating state for at least two years

## Documents
- Everything required for 189, plus the state's Registration of Interest or nomination application
- Evidence for state criteria: offer letters, settlement funds, residence or study history
- Commitment statement where the state requires one

## Government fee (2026-27)
- Skilled Nominated visa, Skilled Nominated, Primary applicant: A$6,140 (about ₹4,13,406 at 67.33 INR/AUD on 2026-10-07), effective 2026-07-01

## Common refusal reasons
- Nomination withdrawn because circumstances changed before the visa decision
- Points claimed in the EOI could not be evidenced
- Occupation removed from the state list between interest and invitation

## FAQ
**Which states accept offshore applicants in 2026-27?**
It changes each program year. Check the relevant state or territory government migration website for its current criteria and whether offshore candidates are eligible.

**Do I have to stay in the state?**
Nomination carries a moral and administrative commitment of about two years. Leaving early can affect future applications and the state's willingness to nominate others.

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