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189 Visa Invitation Round 4 June 2026: Invitations Received Across Multiple Occupations

  • Jun 4
  • 5 min read

Updated: Jun 25

189 Visa Invitation Round Today

Last Updated: 4 June 2026


The Department of Home Affairs issued invitations in the 189 Visa Invitation Round 4 June 2026. A total of 10,000 Expressions of Interest (EOIs) were invited. The tie-break date was April 2026.


The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers. It does not require state or territory nomination. You apply through SkillSelect after receiving an invitation based on your points score and occupation.


Quick Summary 189 Visa Invitation Round 4 June 2026 Round

Item

Details

Visa

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Round Date

4 June 2026

Total EOIs Invited

10,000

Tie-Break Date

April 2026

State Sponsorship Required

No

Lowest Points Invited

65 points (trade occupations)

Highest Points Invited

100 points (Urologist)

Invitation Method

SkillSelect

Minimum Points by Occupation – 4 June 2026

The points figure below is the minimum score at which invitations were issued for each occupation. Applicants with higher scores were also invited.


View the full history of SkillSelect invitation rounds to track how points thresholds have changed over time.



Occupation

Minimum Points

Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber

65

Bricklayer

65

Carpenter

65

Carpenter and Joiner

65

Drainer

65

Electrician (General)

65

Electrician (Special Class)

65

Fibrous Plasterer

65

Glazier

65

Joiner

65

Plumber (General)

65

Roof Plumber

65

Solid Plasterer

65

Stonemason

65

Wall and Floor Tiler

65

Gasfitter

70

Audiologist

75

Clinical Psychologist

75

Emergency Medicine Specialist

75

General Practitioner

75

Medical Practitioners nec

75

Midwife

75

Occupational Therapist

75

Paediatrician

75

Physiotherapist

75

Podiatrist

75

Psychologists nec

75

Registered Nurse (Aged Care)

75

Registered Nurse (Community Health)

75

Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)

75

Registered Nurse (Medical)

75

Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)

75

Registered Nurse (Mental Health)

75

Registered Nurse (Perioperative)

75

Registered Nurse (Surgical)

75

Registered Nurses nec

75

Secondary School Teacher

75

Social Worker

75

Special Needs Teacher

75

Speech Pathologist

75

Agricultural Consultant

80

Agricultural Scientist

80

Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic

80

Arts Administrator or Manager

80

Automotive Electrician

80

Barrister

80

Boat Builder and Repairer

80

Cabinetmaker

80

Cardiologist

80

Child Care Centre Manager

80

Chiropractor

80

Construction Project Manager

80

Dancer or Choreographer

80

Economist

80

Electrical Engineering Draftsperson

80

Electrical Engineering Technician

80

Electronic Equipment Trades Worker

80

Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General)

80

Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class)

80

Endocrinologist

80

Engineering Manager

80

Environmental Consultant

80

Environmental Manager

80

Environmental Research Scientist

80

Environmental Scientists nec

80

Fitter (General)

80

Fitter and Turner

80

Footballer

80

Forester

80

Geophysicist

80

Hydrogeologist

80

Intensive Care Specialist

80

Land Economist

80

Lift Mechanic

80

Management Consultant

80

Medical Diagnostic Radiographer

80

Medical Laboratory Scientist

80

Medical Radiation Therapist

80

Metal Fabricator

80

Metallurgist

80

Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum)

80

Music Director

80

Musician (Instrumental)

80

Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec

80

Nuclear Medicine Technologist

80

Nurse Practitioner

80

Ophthalmologist

80

Optometrist

80

Organisational Psychologist

80

Orthotist or Prosthetist

80

Osteopath

80

Other Spatial Scientist

80

Panelbeater

80

Petroleum Engineer

80

Physicist

80

Primary Health Organisation Manager

80

Psychiatrist

80

Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)

80

Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)

80

Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)

80

Registered Nurse (Paediatrics)

80

Sheetmetal Trades Worker

80

Shipwright

80

Solicitor

80

Specialist Physician (General Medicine)

80

Specialist Physicians nec

80

Surveyor

80

Tennis Coach

80

Valuer

80

Veterinarian

80

Welder (First Class)

80

Architect

85

Cartographer

85

Chemist

85

Dermatologist

85

Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist

85

Food Technologist

85

Gastroenterologist

85

Landscape Architect

85

Metal Machinist (First Class)

85

Meteorologist

85

Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

85

Orthopaedic Surgeon

85

Sonographer

85

Special Education Teachers nec

85

Surgeon (General)

85

Welfare Centre Manager

85

Actuary

90

Statistician

90

Biotechnologist

95

Electronics Engineer

95

Life Scientist (General)

95

Life Scientists nec

95

Marine Biologist

95

Microbiologist

95

Multimedia Specialist

95

Telecommunications Engineer

95

Telecommunications Network Engineer

95

Thoracic Medicine Specialist

95

Urologist

100

nec = not elsewhere classified. Source: Department of Home Affairs, 4 June 2026.



What the Tie-Break Date Means

The tie-break date for this round was April 2026.


When multiple applicants share the same points score, the Department prioritises those who submitted their EOI earliest. If your score matched the minimum invited score but your EOI was submitted after April 2026, you were not invited in this round.


Applicants with scores above the minimum are not affected by the tie-break date.


Key Observations from This Round

Trade and construction occupations were invited at 65 points. Electricians, carpenters, plumbers, and related trades received invitations at the lowest threshold in this round. This reflects Australia's continued demand in the construction sector.


Healthcare dominated invitation activity. General Practitioners, Registered Nurses across multiple specialisations, Physiotherapists, Midwives, Occupational Therapists, and Paediatricians all received invitations at 75 points or above. Healthcare remains one of the most active sectors in the Subclass 189 program.


Secondary School Teachers received invitations at 75 points. Education professionals continue to feature across invitation rounds, reflecting sustained workforce demand.


High-skill science and engineering occupations required higher scores. Telecommunications Engineers, Marine Biologists, Microbiologists, and Electronics Engineers required 95 points — indicating a more competitive pool in these fields.


Urologists faced the highest threshold at 100 points. This reflects a highly competitive EOI pool for this occupation.


Did Not Receive an Invitation?

If your occupation is not listed, it may not have been invited in this round. Alternative pathways may include the Subclass 190, Subclass 491, and employer-sponsored visa options depending on your circumstances.


You can view previous invitation rounds and track trends on our SkillSelect Invitation Rounds page.


Received a 189 Visa Invitation? Here's What To Do Next

Receiving an invitation is an important milestone, but there are several steps before a visa can be granted.


After receiving an invitation, you should:

  1. Review the invitation and confirm all details are correct.

  2. Ensure your EOI information remains accurate.

  3. Prepare supporting documents — skills assessment, English language results, employment evidence, and qualification documents.

  4. Lodge your Subclass 189 application within the timeframe specified in the invitation.

  5. Verify that all points claimed in your EOI are supported by evidence.

Start preparing your documents as early as possible to avoid delays.


Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 189 visa invitation round? 

The Department of Home Affairs issues invitations through SkillSelect. Eligible candidates who submitted an EOI receive an invitation to apply for the Subclass 189 if their points score and occupation meet the round's criteria.


How many EOIs were invited on 4 June 2026? 

10,000 EOIs were invited in this round.


What was the tie-break date? 

April 2026. Candidates at the minimum invited score who submitted their EOI before April 2026 received priority.


What is the lowest points score invited? 

65 points, for selected trade occupations including Electricians, Carpenters, and Plumbers.


Does the Subclass 189 require state sponsorship? 

No. The Subclass 189 is a points-tested visa with no state or territory nomination requirement.


My occupation is not listed. What can I do? 

Your occupation may not have been invited in this round. Alternative pathways include the Subclass 190, Subclass 491, and employer-sponsored options. A registered migration agent can help assess your options.


I received an invitation. What do I do next? 

Review your invitation, prepare your supporting documents, and lodge your application within the timeframe specified.


Need Help With Your 189 Visa Application?

If you received a Subclass 189 invitation and need help preparing or lodging your application, book a consultation with a RACC migration agent.


If you have not yet received an invitation, we can help you assess your current points score and identify the best migration pathway for your situation.



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