NSW 190 Visa March 2026 Results: Latest Points, Occupation List & Next Invitation Round (200 Spots Left)
NSW 190 Visa March 2026 Round: Results Are In - Every Skilled Migrant Needs to Read This Now
“Only ~200 NSW 190 visa spots left for 2026 — check your chances now.”
If you are an onshore skilled worker targeting the NSW 190 visa in 2026 - you are exactly who New South Wales is looking for right now. The March 4, 2026 NSW state nomination round was almost entirely designed for onshore professionals - people already living, working, and contributing to New South Wales. NSW skilled migration 2026 is competitive and places are limited - but the opportunity is real. The NSW Subclass 190 visa pathway is still active - with approximately 200 places remaining for the April - June 2026 invitation round. This NSW 190 visa guide for 2026 will walk you through exactly what you need to do to get invited in the next round.
What Is the NSW 190 Program - and Why Does It Work in Your Favour?
The NSW state-sponsored migration program, managed by Investment NSW, targets skilled workers in three high-demand occupation areas - construction trades, healthcare, and ICT and technology. Unlike the federal points-only system, the NSW Subclass 190 visa takes a demand-driven approach - meaning if your occupation is on the NSW skilled occupation list 2026, you have a genuine shot at state nomination even with a modest points score.
NSW 190 Visa Allocation 2025-26: How Many Spots Are Left?
For the 2025–26 financial year, the Federal Government allocated NSW a total of 3,600 skilled migration places across two visa subclasses:
| Visa Subclass | Total Places | Current Status |
| Subclass 190 (Permanent Visa) | 2,100 | Active - rounds ongoing |
| Subclass 491 (Regional Visa) | 1,500 | Closed until July 2026 |
The NSW Subclass 491 visa closed on January 19, 2026 - the same day it opened. All 1,500 places across Pathway 1 (Workers) and Pathway 3 (Graduates) were filled within hours. No further 491 applications will be accepted until July 2026. If the 491 was your plan, the NSW Subclass 190 visa is now your only state-sponsored pathway for this financial year.
NSW 190 Invitation Round Breakdown: 2025–26
NSW does not publish live spot counts, but based on allocation data and invitation tracker records, here is how the 2,100 places have been distributed:
| Period | 190 Invites (Est.) | Key Event |
| Jul–Oct 2025 | 600 | Steady interim rounds |
| Nov–Dec 2025 | 400 | Pre-January slowdown |
| Jan 2026 | 300 | 491 opened and filled in one day |
| Feb 2026 | 350 | Full focus shifts to 190 |
| Mar 2026 | 250 | Large NSW 190 round on Mar 4,2026 |
| Apr–Jun 2026 | 200 | Remaining window - open now |
Approximately 200 NSW 190 visa spots remain for April, May, and possibly June 2026. If your SkillSelect EOI is updated, accurate, and your points score meets the cut-off for your occupation, you are still in the running for a NSW state nomination this financial year.
NSW 190 Visa Points Cut-Off - March 4, 2026 Round
The March 4, 2026 NSW state nomination round focused almost entirely on onshore applicants across four priority sectors. Here are the minimum points required by occupation:
Here is the table:
| Occupation | Sector | Min. Points |
| Speech Pathologist | Healthcare | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (Aged Care) | Healthcare | 80 |
| Physiotherapist | Healthcare | 85 |
| Radiographer / RMO / GP | Healthcare | 85 |
| Registered Nurse (General) | Healthcare | 100 |
| Carpenter / Welder | Construction | 70 |
| Early Childhood Teacher | Education | 85 |
| Community / Social Worker | Education | 80 |
| Developer / ICT Security | ICT | 95 |
| Software Engineer | ICT | 100 |
| ICT Business Analyst | ICT | 105 |
| Software Programmer (NEC) | ICT | 110 |
Onshore Applicants Are Being Prioritised in 2026
In the March 2026 NSW 190 invitation round, nearly all invitations went to candidates already living and working in Australia. Offshore applicants were invited for only a handful of niche roles. If you are onshore and working in your nominated occupation in NSW, being physically present is effectively a prerequisite - not just a tiebreaker - for receiving a state nomination this financial year.
3 Things That Determine If You Get a NSW 190 Invitation
- Your SkillSelect EOI must be updated and accurate. NSW targets profiles updated before each round's cut-off. An outdated or incomplete EOI is automatically skipped - regardless of your points score.
- Your points must meet the occupation threshold. A gap of even 5 points disqualifies you. Boost your NSW 190 points score through additional work experience, a stronger English test result, or further qualifications.
- Inaction is your biggest risk. With roughly 200 NSW 190 visa spots remaining for April–June 2026, the next invitation round may be the last of this financial year. Prepared applicants get invited - passive ones miss out.
Final Word - From the LEAMSS Immigration Team
The NSW Subclass 190 visa window for 2025–26 is still open - but it is closing fast. With the 491 visa shut until July 2026 and only around 200 places remaining, the April to June 2026 period is the most critical window for NSW skilled migration this financial year.At LEAMSS, our registered migration agents work with onshore skilled workers every day to get their SkillSelect EOI invitation-ready before each round. Do not leave your permanent residency to chance - get expert guidance before the next NSW 190 round drops.
Follow LEAMSS for real-time updates on NSW 190 invitation rounds, points cut-offs, and occupation list changes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q.1 Is the NSW 190 visa still open in 2026?
Yes — the NSW Subclass 190 visa is still active in 2026, with approximately 200 places remaining for the April–June 2026 invitation rounds.
Q.2 What are the NSW 190 points cut-offs for 2026?
Points cut-offs vary by occupation - ranging from 70 points for Construction trades to 110 points for Software Programmers, based on the March 4, 2026 NSW invitation round.
Q.3 Is the NSW 491 visa open in 2026?
No - the NSW 491 visa is closed until July 2026, after all 1,500 places were filled on the day the portal opened in January 2026
Q.4 Do you need to be onshore to get a NSW 190 invitation?
While not a formal requirement, being onshore is effectively a prerequisite - the March 2026 round invited almost exclusively candidates already living and working in New South Wales.
Q.5 How do I update my SkillSelect EOI for the NSW 190 visa?
Log into your SkillSelect account, review every field including employment dates, qualifications, and nominated state, and ensure all details are updated and accurate before the next round's cut-off date.
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