Nurse Educator — Subclass 190 Pathway
Skilled Nominated visa · Permanent
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State / territory nomination required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-14 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Nurse Educator for migration purposes is handled by: ANMAC.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority for migration purposes — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Nurse Educator × Subclass 190 — pathway overview
Nurse Educator (ANZSCO 254211) is eligible for the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, a permanent points-tested pathway requiring state or territory government nomination. States and territories actively seek skilled nurse educators developing and delivering clinical training programs to nursing workforces across health facilities, and a successful nomination adds five points to the applicant's score. Applicants must submit an EOI through SkillSelect and satisfy the nominating jurisdiction's specific requirements, which vary and can change without notice. After receiving a state nomination, applicants must receive an invitation from the Department of Home Affairs before lodging. Holders are generally expected to live and work in the nominating state or territory for at least two years. A positive skills assessment from Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) is required, verifying that overseas qualifications and clinical experience meet Australian registration standards for the Nurse Educator role. English language proficiency, health checks, and character checks are mandatory. Government charges and skills assessment fees apply. The Subclass 190 grants permanent residence, with Australian citizenship available after the required residence period. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 190. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation on a state list
- State or territory nomination (each state runs its own program)
- Commitment to live and work in the nominating state
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Nurse Educator
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Nurse Educator
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.