State and Territory Nomination Updates 2025-26

The Department of Home Affairs has published updated nomination data for the state sponsored visa programs, including the 190 state sponsored visa and the 491 state sponsored regional visa. This update outlines how many nomination applications have been lodged so far in the 2025-26 program year under interim allocations.

Visa Subclass	ACT	NSW	NT	QLD	SA	TAS	VIC	WA
190 State Sponsored Visa	70	108	80	<5	66	85	<5	60
491 State Sponsored Regional	44	71	65	<5	31	66	<5	54

Interim Allocations for 190 and 491

For the current program year, states and territories are operating under limited interim nomination allocations. Final allocation numbers have not yet been released by the federal government. The interim allocations allow each state to continue processing and nominating applicants while awaiting the full distribution of places.

Variation in State Nomination Usage

The newly released data indicates that some states have started nominating under both the 190 and 491 visas, while others have not yet drawn on their interim allocations. For example, Victoria and Queensland are currently listed as not utilising their interim allocation, while other states have recorded lodged nominations.

State and Territory Nomination Updates 2025-26: Book a Consultation

The state sponsored visa update for 2025-26 shows ongoing lodgement activity within interim allocation limits, with final allocation numbers yet to be announced.

Book a consultation with our team if you are planning to apply for the 190 or 491 visa and would like guidance on eligibility and nomination pathways.

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