Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026: Tasmania Pauses 190 Invitations
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Last Updated: 13 March 2026
Tasmania released an important update to the State and Regional Sponsored Skilled Migration Program on 13 March 2026. The announcement outlines major changes to invitation rounds as the 2025–26 migration program year moves into its final quarter.
Strong demand for Tasmania nomination has already used most of the state’s allocation. Tasmania has issued a large number of invitations to candidates, leaving only a limited number of nomination places for the remainder of the program year.
This Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026 confirms that Tasmania will limit new invitations while the state processes applications already submitted.
The update affects both the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa.
Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026: Invitation Rounds Near Allocation Limit
Tasmania continues to receive strong interest in the State Visa Nomination program.
Most nomination invitations for the 2025–26 program year have already been issued. These invitations will likely consume almost the entire allocation provided to Tasmania.
Despite the limited places remaining, Tasmania will continue to:
Process applications already submitted
Accept new Registrations of Interest (ROIs)
Manage the remaining nomination places carefully
Tasmania will provide another Tasmania Skilled Migration Update once the Australian Government confirms the 2026–27 nomination allocation.
Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026: Subclass 190 Invitations Paused
The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa receives the most significant change in this update.
Tasmania has paused invitations for ROIs that do not receive a Gold Pass.
Applicants can still submit an ROI, but Tasmania will restrict invitations while the state processes existing applications.
Green Pass Applicants
Applicants with a Green Pass can still receive an invitation within six months of ROI submission.
However, even when Tasmania approves the application, the state may not issue the nomination during this program year if all nomination places become full.
This situation means some applicants may need to wait for the next migration program year.
Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026: Subclass 491 Invitations Continue
Tasmania confirmed that Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa invitations will continue.
However, the state will reduce the number of invitations issued while officers process applications already lodged.
Key points include:
Invitations will continue for all pass colours
Tasmania will reduce the number of invitations
The state will prioritise existing applications
This approach allows Tasmania to manage the remaining nomination places until the end of the program year.Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026: Competition for Nomination Increases
The Tasmania Skilled Migration Update March 2026 highlights the growing competition for state nomination.
As the program year approaches its end:
Most nomination places have already been allocated
Subclass 190 invitations remain extremely limited
Subclass 491 invitations continue but with fewer spots
Applicants who plan to apply for Tasmania nomination should ensure their ROI details, employment evidence, and supporting documents remain strong and accurate.
A well-prepared ROI can improve the chances of receiving an invitation before the program year closes.
Considering Tasmania State Nomination?
If you plan to apply under the Tasmania State and Regional Sponsored Skilled Migration Program, you should understand the requirements and confirm your eligibility before submitting an ROI. Migration policies and nomination allocations can change throughout the program year.
You can book a consultation with the migration team at RACC Migration and Education Services to discuss your migration options.
Disclaimer
The information in this article provides general guidance only. It does not constitute migration or legal advice.
Migration policies, nomination allocations, and visa requirements may change and may vary depending on each applicant’s circumstances.
Applicants should seek advice from a MARA-registered migration agent or qualified immigration professional before making migration decisions.
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