Important Updates for Skilled Visa Applicants – November 2025
📌Published by Nationwide Migration & Education
👩💼Led by Registered Migration Agent Suman Dua (MARN: 1800859)
Australia has just released updated state nomination statistics, finalized allocation numbers for 2025–26, and conducted a new Subclass 189 invitation round — with some occupations invited at just 65 points, while others required up to 90 points.
🧩 State Nominations Issued (July–October 2025)
Here’s how many Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 nominations each state has issued:
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)
ACT – 85
NSW – 197
NT – 83
Queensland – Fewer than 5
South Australia – 83
Tasmania – 85
Victoria – 164
Western Australia – 62
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional)
ACT – 80
NSW – 173
NT – 80
Queensland – 24
South Australia – 51
Tasmania – 68
Victoria – 98
Western Australia – 54
🎯 What This Means for You
NSW, Tasmania, ACT, and Victoria are currently the most active.
Queensland and South Australia are proceeding with more caution.
WA is moving slowly despite its allocation.
NT remains steady and moderate.
📌 Tip: If you're aiming for state nomination, target states actively nominating in your occupation category.
📦 Final State Allocations (2025–26 Program Year)
Full allocation numbers are now released. Here’s the breakdown:
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated):
ACT – 800
NSW – 2,100
NT – 850
QLD – 1,850
SA – 1,350
TAS – 1,200
VIC – 2,700
WA – 2,000
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional):
ACT – 800
NSW – 1,500
NT – 800
QLD – 750
SA – 900
TAS – 650
VIC – 700
WA – 1,400
📊 Total Available Places:
190 Visa: 12,850
491 Visa: 7,500
Combined Total: 20,350 nomination spots
💡 With these confirmed allocations, invitation activity is expected to increase in the coming months.
🧾 189 Invitation Rounds Overview
📅 21 August 2025 Round:
6,887 Subclass 189 invitations
150 Subclass 491 (Family Sponsored) invitations
Broad range of occupations
📅 13 November 2025 Round (Latest):
Official results not yet released
Early reports show invitations for:
Health
Construction
Education
🔢 Indicative Points by Sector
Construction occupations invited at 65 points
Health and education invited from 75 points and above
Some occupations requiring 85 or even 90 points
🏥 The government continues to prioritise:
Nurses, Allied Health, Teachers
Social Workers, Engineers, and Construction Trades
🧭 Need Guidance?
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⚠️Disclaimer
Visa rules and eligibility criteria are subject to change. This blog is intended as general guidance only. For personalised advice based on your individual circumstances, pleasebook a consultationwith ourRegistered Migration Agent (MARN: 1800859).
