Tasmania Kicks Off 2026 Migration: January Invitation Round Explained
8 January 2026 Invitation Round: Full Breakdown
Tasmania issued invitations across both visa types, prioritising higher passes but still selecting Orange Pass applicants:
| Visa Subclass | ROIs Invited | Lowest Score Invited | Pass Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subclass 190 (Permanent) | 36 | 71 points | Orange Pass |
| Subclass 491 (Regional Provisional) | 26 | 42 points | Orange Pass |
| Total | 62 | - | - |
What This Means: Orange Pass (lowest category) applicants are getting invited regularly. A score of 42 points for 491 highlights Tasmania's accessibility for those with Tasmanian employment, study, or business ties.
How Many People Are Still Waiting? (ROIs on Hand)
After the January invitation round finished, Tasmania still had many people waiting in the system.
These are ROIs that are submitted but not yet invited.
ROIs currently on hand:
Subclass 190: 423 ROIs
Subclass 491: 217 ROIs
What This Means: About 640 people are waiting for invitations, but Tasmania still invited lower-score applicants last week. Your chances are good if you have Tasmania work experience, studied there, or started a business.
How Many Nomination Places Are Still Available?
This is one of the most important figures for 2026.
Even after issuing invitations and processing applications, Tasmania still has a large number of places remaining.
Nomination places available:
Subclass 190: 813 places
Subclass 491: 535 places
What this tells us:
Tasmania is far from full
Many more invitation rounds are expected in 2026
Early applicants still have real opportunity
This strongly supports the idea that 2026 is still an early and active phase, not the end of the program.
Applications Already Lodged (But Not Yet Decided)
Some invited applicants have already moved to the next step and lodged their nomination applications, which are still under assessment.
Applications currently being processed:
Subclass 190: 218 applications
Subclass 491: 139 applications
These applicants are ahead in the process, but their nominations are not guaranteed yet — Tasmania still assesses eligibility and compliance.
Invitations Issued — But Not Yet Used
Tasmania has also issued invitations to some applicants who haven’t lodged their nomination application yet.
Invitations issued but not yet lodged:
Subclass 190: 61 invitations
Subclass 491: 44 invitations
Why this matters:
Not every invited person proceeds
Some invitations expire or are withdrawn
This creates additional opportunities in future rounds
In practice, this means more invitations may be issued later to fill unused places.
What All These Numbers Tell Us (Big Picture)
Putting everything together:
✔ Tasmania is inviting regularly and transparently
✔ Both 190 and 491 pathways are active
✔ Competition exists, but it is manageable
✔ A large number of nomination places remain open
✔ Invitations are not limited to only the highest scorers
✔ There is room for new and improved profiles throughout 2026
This is exactly what a healthy, active migration program looks like.
What This Means for Future Applicants
If you are considering Tasmania nomination in 2026:
You are not too late
Improving your profile can still make a difference
Tasmania rewards:
Relevant work experience
Genuine commitment to the state
Regional employment or study
Well-prepared documentation
The January round shows that strategy matters more than panic.
Final Takeaway
The 8 January 2026 Tasmania invitation round confirms that Tasmania:
Has started the year strongly
Has many opportunities still available
Is selecting candidates carefully, not randomly
For skilled workers who are prepared and realistic, Tasmania remains one of the most achievable state nomination options in Australia for 2026.
