What is state nomination?

Australia’s state migration programs allow states and territories to nominate people for various skilled and business visas.  

In Queensland, our program helps us address critical skills shortages in a broad range of industries and attract business and investment to the state.  

Queensland’s dynamic and growing economy, major infrastructure investment and preparations for the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games are driving significant demand for skilled talent across priority sectors. 

We welcome skilled talent from around the world to take advantage of the opportunities to have a great career and a great life in Queensland.

Skilled visas

Queensland nominates skilled migrants for both provisional and permanent visas. Applicants are assessed against a range of criteria, including their occupation, qualifications and skills.

Queensland nomination provides:

• an additional 5 points to your Expression of Interest (EOI) points score in SkillSelect under the Australian Government points test for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
• an additional 15 points to your Expression of Interest (EOI) points score in SkillSelect under the Australian Government points test for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
• the flexibility to work for different employers without being tied to a specific one

Business visas

Queensland welcomes business owners, investors and entrepreneurs who want to bring their investment, business experience and innovative ideas to our state.

The Australian Government closed the Business Innovation and Investment Program (BIIP) to new applications in July 2024. 

Migration Queensland continues to assess Queensland nomination applications for eligible subclass 188 visa holders applying for an extension 188 visa, or a permanent Business Innovation and Investment visa (subclass 888).