How it works
You lodge an EOI in SkillSelect and register interest with one or more states. A state may nominate you if you meet its criteria, which can include living or working in that state. The nomination adds points to your score.
State criteria
States set their own nursing criteria and change them during the program year. Some prioritise health workers; others require an employment offer in the state. Check each state's skilled migration website.
Key requirements
- Occupation on the state's eligible list
- Positive ANMAC assessment
- Competent English or higher
- Age under 45 at invitation
- Points test pass mark including nomination points
- Any commitment the state requires
Permanent residency
The 190 is permanent from grant. States usually expect you to honour the commitment you made, such as living there for a period.
Costs: visa application charges are set by Home Affairs and usually change on 1 July. Use the official visa pricing estimator. Budget separately for skills assessment, English tests, health checks, police certificates and translations.
This page is general information, not migration advice. Eligibility depends on your circumstances. For advice, use a registered migration agent.
Official sources to check
- Department of Home Affairs: Visa listing
- Home Affairs: SkillSelect
- ANMAC: Skilled migration services
- OMARA: Register of migration agents
Last checked 10 November 2026. If a rule here conflicts with the official page, the official page is correct. Report an error.