The Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) has released updated figures showing the number of State and Territory government nominations issued for the Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa and the Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa for November 2025.

Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) Update

NSW has already completed three invitation rounds for the current program year. Monthly invitation rounds will recommence from January 2026 and will continue until the annual allocation is exhausted. As of December 2025, approximately 25% of the annual allocation has been utilised.

Last month, each Australian state and territory allocated nominations across both visa subclasses as part of their skilled migration programs. Below is the breakdown by each state between 31 October and 30 November 2025 so far.

undefined	Skilled Nominated (SC190) Visa	Skilled Work Regional (SC491) Visa
ACT	122	140
NSW	311	156
NT	97	17
QLD	12	61
SA	9	19
TAS	123	6
VIC	195	115
WA	32	18

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If you’re planning to apply for a subclass 190 or 491 visa, understanding how nomination numbers align with your occupation, points score, and chosen state can significantly impact your strategy. If you have any doubts, reach out to speak with one of our immigration lawyers for professional advice and guidance. At Agape Henry Crux, our team of immigration lawyers work together with our Accredited Specialists in Immigration Law, who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can book a consultation with one of our lawyers to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.

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