Australia’s Skilled Migration Program for 2025–26 is now taking shape, with several states and territories confirming their full allocations and opening new invitation rounds. Here’s a quick summary of what’s happening across the country.

2025–26 State Nominated Skilled Migration Allocation: Summary

Updated: November 19, 2025

State

190 visa

491 visa

Total allocation

NSW

2,100

1,500

3,600

TAS

1,200

650

1,850

ACT

850

800

1,650

NT

800

800

1,600

WA

2,000

1,400

3,400

VIC

2,700

700

3,400

SA

1,350

900

2,250

QLD

1,850

750

2,600

New South Wales Skilled Migration Allocation 2025–26

New South Wales officially launched its 2025–26 Skilled Migration Program after receiving its full allocation from the Department of Home Affairs on 7 November 2025.

The state received 3,600 nomination places, a decrease from 5,000 last year. This will be divided into: 

  • Subclass 190 visa – 2,100 places

  • Subclass 491 visa – 1,500 places

  • Total allocation:  3,600 

Regular monthly invitation rounds will continue throughout the program year.

Know more about the 2025–26 NSW Skilled Migration Program


Tasmania Skilled Migration Allocation 2025–26

Migration Tasmania has also received its full allocation and started weekly invitations for Registrations of Interest (ROIs).

 The state’s total allocation sits at 1,850 nomination places, divided into:

  • Subclass 190 visa – 1,200 places

  • Subclass 491 visa – 650 places

  • Total allocation: 1,850 

Tasmania publishes weekly data on invited ROIs, lowest scores, and available nomination places. Applicants are encouraged to check these updates regularly.

Know more about the 2025–26 Tasmania Skilled Migration Program


Australian Capital Territory (ACT) Skilled Migration Allocation 2025–26

The ACT Government received a total of 1,650 nomination places for 2025–26. This is 50 places higher than last year’s allocation. It will be divided into: 

  • Subclass 190 visa – 850 places

  • Subclass 491 visa – 800 places

  • Total allocation: 1,650 

The next invitation round is being scheduled, and further details will be posted soon on the ACT’s official website.

Know more about the 2025-26 ACT Skilled Migration Program


Northern Territory (ACT) Skilled Migration Allocation 2025–26

The NT Government received a total of 1,600 nomination places for 2025–26, evenly split between:

  • Subclass 190 visa – 800 places

  • Subclass 491 visa – 800 places

  • Total allocation: 1,600

Northern Territory’s online application portal will open to offshore and onshore applications on November 24 2025. 

Know more about the 2025-26 Northern Territory Skilled Migration Program


What these updates mean for skilled migrants

With full allocations now confirmed for NSW, ACT, and Tasmania, the 2025–26 skilled migration program is officially in motion. Each state has its own occupation list and nomination requirements, so it’s important to stay updated and prepare early.

If you’re planning to apply for a 190 or 491 visa, this is the perfect time to make sure your skills assessment, Expression of Interest (EOI), and state nomination documents are ready.

We’ll keep updating our pages with the latest state announcements to help you stay informed and confident at every step of your migration journey.

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