Data source: Migration Tasmania — official 2026-27 skilled migration program announcement (migration.tas.gov.au). Program opened 17 August 2026. Retrieved 2026-08-19.
This is data reporting only — not migration or enrolment advice. Consult a Registered Migration Agent (MARN) or Australian immigration lawyer for your individual circumstances.
What opened
Tasmania opened its 2026-27 General Skilled Migration (GSM) nomination program on 17 August 2026. The program covers two visa subclasses:
- Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) — a permanent visa worth 5 extra points on the points test.
- Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional, Provisional) — a provisional visa worth 15 extra points on the points test. Requires the applicant to live and work in a designated regional area.
The allocation numbers
| Subclass | 2026-27 allocation |
|---|---|
| Subclass 190 | 1,250 places |
| Subclass 491 | 800 places |
| Total | 2,050 places |
These figures represent the maximum number of nominations Tasmania may issue under its program-year agreement with the Australian Government. Reaching this ceiling does not mean all nominees will receive a visa — the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) makes grant decisions separately.
The rest of this article: Tasmania has opened its 2026-27 skilled migration nomination program with 2,050 places across Subclass 190 and 491. Weekly invitation rounds start Thursday 20 August. One important restriction for offshore applicants: there are no Subclass 491 Overseas pathway invitations this program year.
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