Living in Rockdale, Kogarah, or Hurstville? You are in the heart of Sydney’s multicultural migration hub.
But being in the right place isn't enough to secure permanent residency. The Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa is the "Golden Ticket" for NSW residents—it gives you permanent residency from Day 1 and that crucial extra 5 points.
However, in 2025, securing a nomination from the NSW Government is harder than ever. It’s no longer just about having 65 points; it’s about Strategy, Target Sectors, and Superior English.
At Right and Associates Rockdale, located conveniently on Princes Highway, we help hundreds of locals crack the "NSW Code." Here is the advice we give our clients.
The "Secret" to NSW Nomination: It's Not Just Points
Many people come to our Rockdale office confused: "I have 90 points, but my friend with 85 got invited. Why?"
The NSW Government doesn't just look at the total score. They look at Priority Sectors. In 2025, the "Big 3" sectors dominating invitations are:
- Health: Nurses (Registered & Enrolled) and Aged Care workers.
- Education: Secondary and Early Childhood Teachers.
- ICT: Software Engineers and Security Specialists.
If you are in these fields, your chances are high—IF your EOI is structured correctly.
The "Rockdale Advantage"
Why do clients from Wolli Creek, Banksia, and Brighton-Le-Sands choose Right and Associates?
- We Are Local: We know the St George area. We know the local employers (hospitals, schools, nursing homes) that look good on a resume.
- The "EOI Effect": We don't just "lodge and forget." We actively update your Expression of Interest (EOI) when rules change. Did you know that claiming "Community Language" points (NAATI) is almost essential now?
- NAATI CCL Help: As a Nepali-focused agency, we can guide you on how to secure those easy 5 points through the NAATI CCL test (Nepali language), often the difference between an invite and silence.
Common Mistakes That Kill Your 190 Chances
- Residency Errors: NSW requires you to be genuinely living in NSW. If you move to the Gold Coast for a month or use a friend's address in Melbourne, you risk a refusal. We verify your residency evidence (lease, bills, bank statements) before lodgement.
- Professional Year (PY) Timing: Don't wait until your visa is expiring to start PY. We help you enroll early to ensure those 5 points are ready when the invitation rounds open.
- Ignoring the 491: Sometimes, the 190 is out of reach. We can honestly advise you when to switch your strategy to a 491 Regional Visa (perhaps moving to the Illawarra or Central Coast) instead of waiting for a 190 that might never come.
Start Your Journey on Princes Highway
You don't need to travel to the city for expert advice. We are right here in your neighborhood.
Whether you are a nurse at St George Hospital or an IT graduate living in Rockdale, we can map out your road to PR.
Visit us in Rockdale: 📍 Address: Level 2, 552 Princes Highway, Rockdale NSW, 2216 📞 Phone: +61 2 8057 0785 (WhatsApp: +61 405 866 570) 📧 Email: rockdale@rassociates.com.au