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  EOI for Electrician Position: 189/190 Visa Qualifications

  Posted by Ethan on March 17, 2025 at 11:07 am

  We’ve recently submitted our Expression of Interest (EOI) for the Australian Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189), achieving a score of 70 points.

  The primary applicant is an electrician, while the secondary applicant is a nurse. We’ve also submitted applications for four State Nominated Visas (subclass 190), each with a points tally of 75.

  We would love to hear from anyone who has a similar migration experience.

  Could you share your insights on the processing times for these visas? We’re particularly interested in hearing about timelines and any tips you may have on the waiting period.

  Thank you!

  Mark replied 1 month, 2 weeks ago 2 Members · 1 Reply

  • electrician ANZSCO 341111
  • nurse ANZSCO 254499
  • skilled migration
  • subclass 189
  • subclass 190
  • visa processing
• 1 Reply

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  Mark

  Administrator

  March 17, 2025 at 11:47 am

  Hi Ethan and welcome to Oz Visa Forum! 😊

  Thanks for sharing your journey! Based on recent trends, the processing times for the Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) and Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) can vary.

  • Subclass 189: Invitations are issued periodically based on points ranking. With 70 points, it may take longer to receive an invitation, as the recent rounds have been prioritising higher scores (often 80+). Once invited, the visa processing time typically ranges from 4 to 9 months, but this can fluctuate.
  • Subclass 190: State nominations can be faster depending on the state and occupation demand. Since you have 75 points (including state nomination points), you may have a better chance of receiving an invitation sooner. Processing times post-invitation are generally 6 to 12 months, but some states process nominations quicker than others.

  Given your occupations (Electrician and Nurse), both are highly in demand. However, securing a state nomination is key for subclass 190. Keep an eye on state migration program updates, as some states open and close their invitations frequently.

  Tips during the waiting period:

  • Consider increasing your points (e.g., improving English scores or gaining extra work experience).
  • If applicable, explore employer sponsorship pathways for faster processing.
  • Monitor state nomination criteria changes to maximise your chances.

  Would you mind sharing which states you applied for 190 nominations? That might help narrow down expected timelines.

  Hope this helps, and best of luck!

  Regards,
  Mark

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