What is the difference between subclass 189 and Subclass 190 visas?

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The Subclass 189 visa and Subclass 190 visa are Australian visas that allow foreign skilled workers to settle in Australia.

The Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189 visa) allows a skilled worker to reside in Australia permanently without a sponsor. This visa enables skilled workers to live and work anywhere in Australia permanently.

Whereas the Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190 visa) allows an applicant to reside in Australia permanently with a state or territory sponsorship. The Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) is a permanent visa that will enable workers with skills needed in Australia to live and work anywhere in the country permanently, provided an Australian state or territory nominates them.

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Factors that differentiate between Subclass 189 visa and Subclass 190 visa

Both the Subclass visas offer permanent residency in the country, but some factors differentiate them from one another:

Feature	Subclass 189	Subclass 190
Visa Type	Skilled Independent Visa	Skilled Nominated Visa
Occupation List	MLTSSL	MLTSSL, STSOL & a State/Territory Specific List, if any
Age	Under 45 years	Under 45 years
Sponsor	Not required	Nomination Required
Nomination	Not required	Nomination by a State/Territory Government Agency
Steps to apply	Step 1: Check the eligibility for the visa Step 2: Apply for skill assessment Step 3: Submit an EOI application Step 4: Receive an invitation Step 5: Submit the documentation Step 6: Receive the granted visa Step 7: Migrate to Australia	Step 1: Check the eligibility for the visa Step 2: Apply for skill assessment Step 3: Submit an EOI application Step 4: Apply for a state nomination Step 5: Wait for an invitation Step 6: Receive the granted visa Step 7: Migrate to Australia
Steps to apply
Requirements	Have a occupation of relevant skills list of Subclass 189	Have a occupation of relevant skills list of Subclass 190
	correct skills assessment at the time of invitation	correct skills assessment at the time of invitation
	Score 65 points or more on SkillSelect	Score 65 points or more on SkillSelect
	Meet English language requirements	Meet English language requirements
	Meet the health and character requirements	Meet health and character requirements
	Submit an EOI	Submit an EOI
	Previously not have a visa refused or cancelled	An invitation to apply after the nomination

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Step-by-step process to apply for the Australia visa

Below are the step-by-step processes to apply for the Australia visa:

Step 1: Select the visa type

Step 2: Sort out the documentation

Step 3: Apply for a suitable visa

Step 4: Wait for the visa approval

Step 5: Migrate to Australia

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