South Australia State Nomination Program 2025
The South Australia (SA) State Nomination Program is one of the most popular pathways for skilled professionals who wish to live, work, and settle permanently in Australia. Managed by Migration SA, this program allows eligible candidates to apply for state sponsorship under Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa) and Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa).
South Australia offers exciting job opportunities across various sectors such as engineering, healthcare, ICT, education, trade, and hospitality. If your occupation is listed on the South Australia Skilled Occupation List, you may qualify for nomination and boost your chances of receiving an Australian PR invitation.
Key Features of the South Australia State Nomination Program
Open to onshore and offshore applicants meeting state criteria.
Access to two visa options – Subclass 190 (Permanent) and 491 (Provisional).
Flexible nomination streams for international graduates, skilled migrants, and offshore workers.
Priority processing for critical occupations and long-term residents.
Additional points awarded for state nomination under the Australian migration system.
Visa Streams Available
1. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
Permanent residency pathway.
Requires nomination from South Australia.
Must commit to living and working in the state for at least 2 years.
2. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)
5-year provisional visa leading to PR.
Allows you to live and work in regional South Australia.
Eligible for PR after 3 years of regional work and income requirements.
Eligibility Criteria for South Australia Nomination
To qualify, you must:
Have an occupation listed on the SA Skilled Occupation List.
Be under 45 years of age.
Have a valid skills assessment from an approved assessing authority.
Meet the minimum English language requirement.
Have relevant work experience in your nominated occupation.
Intend to live and work in South Australia.
Application Process for SA State Nomination
Check your occupation on the South Australia Skilled Occupation List.
Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.
Apply for state nomination through the Migration SA portal.
Receive an invitation from the South Australian Government.
Lodge your visa application with the Department of Home Affairs.
For help in preparing your EOI or nomination, contact World Overseas Services – your trusted Australian migration consultants.
Why Choose World Overseas Services
At World Overseas Services, we help skilled professionals from India and around the world to migrate to Australia successfully.
Our expert migration team assists you with:
Eligibility assessment and occupation mapping.
Canberra Matrix & SkillSelect profile creation.
Document preparation and state nomination filing.
Post-landing support for your move to Australia.
With over a decade of experience in Australia PR and state nomination programs, we ensure your application is complete, compliant, and competitive.
FAQs – South Australia State Nomination Program
Q1: What is the South Australia State Nomination Program?
It’s a program that allows the South Australian Government to nominate skilled workers for permanent or provisional residency.
Q2: Can offshore applicants apply for SA nomination?
Yes, South Australia accepts applications from offshore candidates under certain streams.
Q3: How long does SA nomination take?
Processing times vary, but nominations are typically processed within 8–12 weeks.
Q4: Do I need a job offer to apply?
Not necessarily. Some streams require job offers, while others are based on work experience and skills demand.
Q5: What are the benefits of state nomination?
You get additional points for your PR application and priority processing under Australia’s skilled migration program.