Update for Skilled Migrants in South Australia: South Australia Opens State Nomination Program 2023-24
The South Australia migration program, an exclusive opportunity, is now open. The South Australian government opens the state nomination program for eligible onshore and offshore applicants. Hundreds of occupations, a unique feature of South Australia’s Skilled Occupation List, are available.
This year’s South Australia nomination program is open only for 190 Visa and 491 Visa programs. Following the closure of Business Visa subclass 188, the South Australian government will not accept new nominations or applications for the visa subclass.
Find the details below.
Registration of Interest for South Australia State Nomination
The South Australian government continues to use the Registration of Interest (ROI) application process to assess onshore candidates. The ROI for South Australia state nomination was opened on 15 August 2024. Submitting a Registration of Interest (ROI) application is free.
Meanwhile, the South Australian government will select the offshore candidates based on their Expression of Interest (EOI) application.
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New Occupations Added to South Australia Skilled Occupation List
There are 464 occupations available for onshore candidates and 427 for offshore candidates.
The onshore candidates will be invited to apply for South Australia nomination under one of the following streams:
- The Skilled Employment in South Australia stream is for applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to South Australia and have South Australian work experience in their skilled occupation.
- South Australian Graduates Stream – South Australia continues to retain skilled workers who have studied and worked in the state.
- Outer Regional Skilled Employment Stream – This stream supports the regions in addressing skills shortages in South Australia’s outer regional areas. Applicants working in their nominated or closely related occupations can apply through this stream. This stream is particularly beneficial for those who are willing to work in areas outside the major cities.
You can check South Australia’s Skilled Occupation List here
South Australia Nomination Invitation Round
Regarding the invitation round, the ROIs will be examined throughout the year, and successful onshore applicants will be invited to apply for the state nomination. This means that if you meet the eligibility criteria and your occupation is in demand, you will receive an invitation to apply for the state nomination.
Furthermore, South Australia forecasts that offshore invitation rounds will occur regularly throughout the program year, beginning with the program’s inception and continuing at the end of each month starting in September 2024. If you’re interested, you should confirm that your EOI is updated and you have chosen South Australia as your primary state of interest.
What does it mean to you?
Many people have been waiting for the opening of State Nomination in South Australia. Suppose you’re a highly skilled candidate and work in one of the high-demand industries. In that case, this is a great opportunity for you!
While the state nomination application may seem complex, especially with the Registration of Interest (ROI), we are here to provide you with the necessary support to ease your concerns:
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