The Tasmanian Government has issued an important update regarding the Tasmanian Skilled Migration State Nomination Program for the 2025–26 program year. As the program enters its final quarter, the state has confirmed that the majority of available nomination places have already been allocated due to strong demand from skilled migrants.
While the program remains open, the number of new invitations to apply for state nomination is expected to be significantly limited over the coming weeks as the government prioritises processing applications that have already been submitted.
This update is particularly important for applicants considering Tasmania state nomination under Subclass 190 and Subclass 491 visas, as it signals increased competition and limited remaining capacity for the current program year.
According to the latest announcement, Tasmania has experienced continued strong interest from skilled migration applicants, resulting in the majority of the state's annual nomination allocation already being utilised.
While there are still some remaining places, the Department has indicated that invitations will be issued cautiously as the program approaches its annual limits.
Applicants can still submit Registrations of Interest (ROIs); however, the number of invitations issued will be carefully managed while existing applications are processed.
Further updates are expected once the Australian Government confirms Tasmania’s allocation for the 2026–27 skilled migration program.
One of the most notable changes relates to the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) pathway.
The Tasmanian Government has announced that:
However, even if a Green Pass application is approved, there is no guarantee that nomination will occur within the current program year if the available allocation is fully utilised.
This means some approved applicants may need to wait for the next program year’s nomination allocation.
For applicants seeking nomination under the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491), invitations will continue to be issued.
However, the government has confirmed that:
This reflects the overall pressure on Tasmania’s skilled migration allocation as the program year approaches its conclusion.
This update highlights an important reality of Australia's state nomination programs — allocations are limited and demand often exceeds available places.
Applicants considering Tasmania as their migration pathway should understand that:
Those who are planning to submit an ROI should ensure that their Expression of Interest (EOI) details are accurate, up to date, and aligned with Tasmania’s nomination criteria.
The Tasmanian Government has indicated that further updates will be provided once the Australian Government announces the nomination allocations for the 2026–27 migration program.
These allocations will determine how many new nominations Tasmania will be able to issue in the upcoming program year.
For many skilled migrants, this announcement will shape their migration strategy and timeline moving forward.
Tasmania continues to be an attractive destination for skilled migrants due to its strong regional migration pathways and lifestyle opportunities. However, the latest update highlights the high level of competition for state nomination places as the program year progresses.
Applicants are encouraged to stay informed about policy changes and nomination updates as the migration program evolves.