189 Visa Invitation Round Results – 4 June 2026

The Australian Government has released the results of the latest Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) invitation round held on 4 June 2026.

A total of 10,000 invitations were issued to skilled workers across Australia.

The invitation round included occupations requiring between 65 and 100 points, depending on demand and competition.

Many occupations received invitations at relatively low points, while highly competitive occupations required much higher scores.

If you are planning to apply for Australian permanent residency (PR) through the 189 visa, these results can help you understand how competitive your occupation currently is.

The Department of Home Affairs has announced that the next SkillSelect invitation round is expected to take place by 30 September 2026. If you are hoping to receive an invitation, now is a good time to prepare by improving your points score where possible, checking that your Expression of Interest (EOI) is accurate and up to date, and submitting an EOI if you have not already done so.

What is the Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) Visa?

The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is a permanent residency visa for skilled workers.

Unlike employer-sponsored visas, this visa does not require:

• employer sponsorship
• state nomination
• regional nomination

Instead, eligible applicants lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and wait to receive an invitation.

Applicants are ranked based on their points score, occupation and other invitation settings used by the Australian Government.

Interesting Occupations Invited

One of the highlights of the 4 June 2026 189 visa invitation round was the wide range of occupations invited across healthcare, construction, engineering, education and professional services.

Healthcare occupations

Healthcare continues to be one of Australia's highest-demand industries, with several popular occupations invited, including:

• Registered Nurse (multiple specialisations) – 75 points
• General Practitioner – 75 points
• Physiotherapist – 75 points
• Occupational Therapist – 75 points
• Speech Pathologist – 75 points
• Midwife – 75 points
• Social Worker – 75 points
• Nurse Practitioner – 80 points
• Veterinarian – 80 points
• Urologist – 100 points

Construction and trade occupations

Construction and trade workers also remained in strong demand, with many occupations invited from the minimum 65 points, including:

• Electrician (General) – 65 points
• Plumber (General) – 65 points
• Carpenter – 65 points
• Bricklayer – 65 points
• Construction Project Manager – 80 points
• Architect – 85 points

Teaching and education occupations

Teaching remains a strong pathway to Australian permanent residency, with invitations issued for:

• Secondary School Teacher – 75 points
• Special Needs Teacher – 75 points
• Special Education Teacher (nec) – 85 points
• Child Care Centre Manager – 80 points

Other occupations that attracted attention

Several occupations that generated significant interest on our social media were also invited, including:

• Footballer – 80 points
• Tennis Coach – 80 points
• Barrister – 80 points
• Solicitor – 80 points
• Management Consultant – 80 points
• Multimedia Specialist – 95 points
• Electronics Engineer – 95 points
• Telecommunications Engineer – 95 points

This invitation round demonstrates that Australia's skilled migration program continues to prioritise a broad range of occupations across healthcare, education and construction, but still inviting engineers, ICT, professional services, arts and sports applicants.

What Do These Results Mean?

Every invitation round is different.

The minimum points required depend on factors such as:

• the occupation
• the number of EOIs submitted
• Australia's current skilled workforce needs
• competition from other applicants

Receiving the minimum published score does not guarantee an invitation in future rounds.

If your occupation was not invited this round, you may still have options through:

• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
• Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)
• Employer-sponsored visas such as the subclass 482 or subclass 186.

189 Round - Occupations Invited June 2026

65 Points

70 Points

75 Points

80 Points

85 Points

90 Points

95 Points

100 Points

When Is the Next 189 Invitation Round?

If you are waiting for a 189 visa invitation, now is a good time to review your application.

You may be able to improve your chances by:

• claiming additional skilled work experience
• improving your English test score
• reviewing your points calculation
• updating your Expression of Interest (EOI)
• considering a subclass 190 or subclass 491 visa
• exploring employer-sponsored visas such as the subclass 482 or subclass 186.

Our experienced migration lawyers can assess your eligibility and help identify the strongest pathway to Australian permanent residency based on your individual circumstances.

The Department of Home Affairs has announced that the next Skilled Independent (subclass 189) invitation round is expected to be held by 30 September 2026. Applicants who are hoping to receive an invitation should use this time to improve their points score where possible, complete or update their skills assessment, improve their English test results if applicable, and ensure their Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect is accurate and up to date. Lodging an EOI early can also be beneficial, as the Department applies a date of effect tie-breaker when multiple applicants have the same points score.

Disclaimer: This article is general information only and is not legal advice. Invitation rounds can change without notice, and receiving the published minimum points does not guarantee an invitation in future rounds.