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2024-2025 Program year – Western Australia is now open for applications. Skilled visas 190 & 491

July 29, 2024
News, Skilled Migration

Dreaming of a new beginning in Western Australia? Your opportunity awaits!

Western Australia (WA) offers a fantastic State Nominated Migration Program for 2024-25, designed to attract skilled professionals from around the globe. Whether you’re already in WA or considering making the move, criteria are here to help you secure your place in one of Australia’s most vibrant regions.

🔸 Currently residing in Western Australia? You’re in the perfect spot to take the next step in your career!

🔸 Living offshore or in another Australian state or territory? No worries! WA welcomes skilled migrants from all over the world and interstate!

Priority WA Industry Sector – Building and Construction

▸ Occupations available: 326! Find your occupation in the WA list!
▸ Highest EOI Points Score: Showcase your expertise and increase your chances!
▸ Oldest EOI Submission Date: The earlier, the better!

Key Industries:

Mining Industry: Dominated by the extraction of iron ore, gold, and liquefied natural gas (LNG).
Agriculture and Food Industry: Key crops include wheat, barley, and canola, as well as livestock farming.
Tourism: Attracts tourists with natural attractions such as Ningaloo Reef and the Kimberley region.
Education and Training: Welcomes international students in major cities like Perth.
Technology and Innovation: Growing sectors include renewable energy and tech startups.

Main criteria for applications:

Occupation on the WA State List: A total of 326 occupations.
Positive skills assessment in the occupation from the list and 65+ points.
English language requirements starting from IELTS 6.0 or an equivalent exam.
No application fee.
Main application streams:

General Stream: A skilled migration pathway for various occupations. Eligible occupations are listed on the Western Australia Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL) Schedule 1 or 2.

Graduate Stream: A skilled migration pathway for international students completing vocational education and training (VET) or higher education in Western Australia. Eligible occupations are listed on the Graduate Occupation List (GOL).

WASMOL 1: 89 occupations, WASMOL 2: 188 occupations, Graduate Stream: 331 occupations.
Requirement to have a job contract for applicants from General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1 & 2 (Except occupations from Building & Construction)

General criteria:

Applicants from Overseas / Other States (General Stream 1 & 2):

Subclass 190: With a job contract (except for occupations in Building & Construction)
Subclass 491: Without a job contract

Applicants from WA (General Stream 1 & 2):

Subclass 190: With a job contract (except for occupations in Building & Construction)
Subclass 491: Without a job contract

Applicants from WA (Graduate Stream):

Subclass 190 / 491 without a job contract

Priority Selection Criteria – General Stream EOI:

currently residing in Western Australia
currently residing offshore or in another Australian state or territory
occupations in priority WA Industry sectors (in no particular order):
- building and construction;
- healthcare and social assistance;
- hospitality and tourism; and
- education and training.
occupations in all other WA industry sectors
highest EOI points score
oldest EOI submission date

Priority Selection Criteria – Graduate stream EOI

For detailed information on eligible occupations and to check your eligibility, visit the official page: WA State Sponsorship Criteria

Need help with the process? If you wish to engage migration agents on POST-Payment terms, please read our criteria here: State and Territory Sponsored Visa Offer

You can ask me questions at any time.

Just email me at office@yuliamoiseeva.com.au and describe your migration issues!