State Nomination WA Update: The 2024-25 Nomination Program is Open, Marking a Significant Opportunity for Potential Candidates
The Western Australian Government opened the 2024-25 state nomination WA program on 19 July 2024. Specific candidates will receive additional updates. The good news is that the nomination application will remain free for those who wish to migrate to Western Australia.
The state nomination program in Western Australia received 5,000 allocations for the 2024-25 program year. This means that we have a significant number of opportunities available for skilled migrants. The invitation round is expected to open every first week from August 2024.
We have summarised all updates and requirements you should be aware of the state nomination program in Western Australia below.
State Nomination WA Application Fee Remains Free
The Western Australian Government’s decision to keep the state nomination application fee of AUD 200 free is a significant support for all candidates wishing to migrate to Western Australia, relieving them of a financial burden.
This arrangement, which has been in place since last year, has been eagerly anticipated by all candidates, reflecting the shared enthusiasm for the opportunity to migrate to Western Australia.
State Nomination Allocations and Invitation Round
There will be 5,000 allocations for the 2024-25 state nomination program in Western Australia. The allocations are for both 190 Visa and 491 Visa applications.
Meanwhile, the invitation is expected to open every first week commencing in August 2024. If you are invited, the Government will email you a link to the State nomination application form. Rest assured, we have a robust system in place to ensure that all eligible candidates receive their invitations promptly.
Learn more: TSMIT Update: Increased to $73,150 from July 2024
Expression of Interest Ranking System for WA State Nomination
The following ranking system is used to choose EOIs.
EOI ranking for the general stream
The ranking of candidates that qualify for the General stream of WA state nomination will be based on the following:
- currently living in Western Australia
- currently living offshore or in a different Australian territory or state
- have occupations in the following key WA Industry sectors: building and construction; healthcare and social support; hospitality and tourism; and education and training, in no particular order.
- have occupations in every other area of the WA economy, the highest EOI points score, and the oldest EOI submission date
EOI ranking for graduate stream
The following chart will determine the ranking of candidates that are eligible for the Graduate stream of WA state nomination:
| Graduate stream — Higher education graduates | Graduate stream — Vocational education and training (VET) graduates |
|---|---|
| Currently residing in Western Australia | Currently residing in Western Australia |
| Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory | Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory |
Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order):
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Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order):
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| Occupations in all other WA industry sectors | Occupations in all other WA industry sectors |
| Completed a PhD or Masters qualification in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Advanced Diploma level in Western Australia |
| Completed a Honours degree or other higher degree in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Diploma level in Western Australia |
| Completed a Bachelor degree in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Certificate III or IV level in Western Australia |
| Highest EOI points score | Highest EOI points score |
| Oldest EOI submission date | Oldest EOI submission date |
| Graduate stream — Higher education graduates | Graduate stream — Vocational education and training (VET) graduates |
|---|---|
| Currently residing in Western Australia | Currently residing in Western Australia |
| Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory | Currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory |
Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order):
|
Occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order):
|
| Occupations in all other WA industry sectors | Occupations in all other WA industry sectors |
| Completed a PhD or Masters qualification in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Advanced Diploma level in Western Australia |
| Completed a Honours degree or other higher degree in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Diploma level in Western Australia |
| Completed a Bachelor degree in Western Australia | Completed a VET qualification at Certificate III or IV level in Western Australia |
| Highest EOI points score | Highest EOI points score |
| Oldest EOI submission date | Oldest EOI submission date |
Please note that university education graduates will make up to 75% of the WA state nomination—graduate stream. In comparison, vocational and technical education graduates will make up to 25% of the stream.
State Nomination Western Australia Requirements
The following requirements are applicable for the WA state nomination program in the 2024-25 program year.
| 190 Visa requirements | WASMOL Schedule 1 | WASMOL Schedule 2 | Graduate stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | At least one year of work experience onshore or overseas in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A | N/A |
| Nominated occupation | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list |
| Employment Contract | Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of 6 months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of 6 months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A |
| Study | N/A | N/A | Have obtained Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited WA educational institution |
| English | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements |
| 491 Visa requirements | WASMOL Schedule 1 | WASMOL Schedule 2 | Graduate stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | At least one year of work experience onshore or overseas in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A | N/A |
| Nominated occupation | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list |
| Employment Contract | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Study | N/A | N/A | Have obtained Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited WA educational institution |
| English | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements |
| 190 Visa requirements | WASMOL Schedule 1 | WASMOL Schedule 2 | Graduate stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | At least one year of work experience onshore or overseas in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A | N/A |
| Nominated occupation | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list |
| Employment Contract | Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of 6 months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of 6 months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A |
| Study | N/A | N/A | Have obtained Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited WA educational institution |
| English | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements |
| 491 Visa requirements | WASMOL Schedule 1 | WASMOL Schedule 2 | Graduate stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Work Experience | At least one year of work experience onshore or overseas in the nominated (or closely related) occupation | N/A | N/A |
| Nominated occupation | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list | Nominated occupation is available on the relevant list |
| Employment Contract | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Study | N/A | N/A | Have obtained Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited WA educational institution |
| English | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements | Meet minimum English requirements |
You can find the detailed requirements for each WA state nomination program stream here.
What does it mean to you?
It is undoubtedly great news for you!
The Western Australian Government has provided a broader occupation list and more straightforward requirements, which equals a wider chance to migrate to Western Australia, the biggest state in Australia!
The other great thing is that the state nomination application remains FREE! Western Australia has become the second state after Victoria to provide free nomination applications.
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