Update on NT General Skilled Migration (GSM) nomination applications as at 27 Jan 2026
The NT Government has now received sufficient applications to fill the nomination allocation for the 2025-26 program year.
The NT nomination portal is now closed to new applications. Applications lodged prior to the closure will continue to be assessed with outcomes to be provided by 30 June 2026.
New nomination applications will only be accepted by exception for applicants who meet the NT Graduate or NT Resident eligibility criteria and have one of the following visa deadlines falling before 31 December 2026:
- those who have visas expiring before 31 December 2026 and are not eligible for a Temporary Graduate visa;
- those who are due to become ineligible for the GSM program due to turning 45 years of age before 31 December 2026;
- those who have birthdays falling before 31 December 2026, resulting in their skilled migration points for subclass 491 falling below 65.
Please note that we cannot guarantee nominations before visa deadlines. Those who are onshore and have visas expiring should seek professional advice from a registered migration agent (RMA) or legal practitioner on their visa options and ensure that they remain lawful in Australia.