State nomination
Each state and territory runs its own program, list and timing. We choose the right state for your occupation and have your file ready before it opens.
- Category
- Points-tested
- Used for
- 190 (+5 points), 491 (+15 points)
- Status
- Changes monthly — see the table below
- Our fee
- Included in our A$3,300 skilled visa package
Start here
Do this
- Check each state's occupation list every program year
- Prepare before the opening
- Keep proof of residence and work
- Ask for alerts
Avoid this
- Assuming last year's list still applies
- Applying to several states with inconsistent claims
- Ignoring residence requirements
- Missing the opening window
What a wrong turn can cost: Missing an opening can mean waiting another program year.
Are you on the right track?
- Do you know which states list your occupation?
- Is your file ready today?
- Do you meet the state's residence rules?
Unsure about any of these? Talk it through on a free call — you're not alone in this.
Is this you?
- You're planning a 190 or 491.
- You don't know which state suits your occupation.
- You want an alert when your state reopens.
What changed
2026–27 State places up; regional places reportedly cut sharply.
State status
| State | Status | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Victoria | Closed | Closed new registrations 28 Apr 2026 |
| NSW | Not yet open | Awaiting 2026–27 allocation |
| Queensland | Not yet open | Awaiting 2026–27 allocation |
| South Australia | Open | Active program |
| Western Australia | Accepting | 2026–27 settings not yet announced |
| Tasmania | Open | Registrations from 17 Aug 2026 |
| ACT | Open | — |
| Northern Territory | Open | — |
As at 31 August 2026. Always confirm on the state's own website.
Who qualifies
- An occupation on the state's list.
- The state's own criteria — often living or working there.
- Federal requirements: skills assessment, English, age and points.
Step by step
- Choose the stateOccupation, residence rules and competitiveness.
- PrepareSkills assessment and English done before opening.
- Register interestExpression of interest plus the state's own application.
- NominationThen the visa invitation and lodgement.
Document checklist
Your ticks are saved on this device only.
Common problems
Myths and facts
How we help you with State nomination
- 1UnderstandA state match for your occupation.
- 2PlanA ranked plan with timing.
- 3PrepareYour file ready before opening.
- 4LodgeDay-one application and follow-up.
- 5DestinationVisa lodged within 60 days of invitation.
What you'll receive
How we keep in touch: Alerts as states open, then weekly updates.
Three ways to do it
An honest look at your options. Some people do this themselves, and that can work well.
| Topic | With Omar Nafiz | Doing it yourself | With another provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| State choice | Compared across all states | Your current state only | Varies |
| Timing | Ready before opening | Scrambling after | Varies |
| Alerts | Day-one alerts | Manual checking | Varies |
| Consistency | One set of claims everywhere | Easy to contradict yourself | Varies |
| Cost | Included in our package | Fees only | Varies |
Questions people ask
Which state is easiest?
It depends on your occupation and where you live.
When does Victoria reopen?
Not announced at our last check. We alert clients on our list the day it opens.
Pricing
Consultation
A full review of your situation and a written plan.
Included in skilled visa package
Expression of interest, state applications and visa.
Packages are paid in stages, only after you sign a written service agreement.
Book
Talk to us about State nomination
Start with a free 15-minute phone call. If you need full advice, book a A$110 consultation — it comes off your package.
Often considered alongside
Figures checked 8 October 2026. Visa rules and charges change — we confirm everything for your situation before you pay for a package.