If you are an International Graduate who has studied in South Australia you may be eligible for state nomination as a skilled migrant.

State nomination enables the state government to nominate highly skilled migrants to meet South Australia’s skills needs.  

For international graduates, state nomination can assist you to qualify for a skilled migration visa, providing additional points towards your visa application.  

There are two skilled migration visa options available for state nomination: 

  • Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (Subclass 190) - This is a state nominated permanent visa for skilled migrants that allows you to live and work in South Australia. Find out more about the Department of Home Affairs Subclass 190 visa requirements.  

  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (Subclass 491) - This is a state nominated provisional visa for skilled migrants that allows you to live and work in South Australia for up to five years and can provide a pathway to permanent residency. Find out more about the Department of Home Affairs Subclass 491 visa requirements.

Before you apply for state nomination from South Australia, check the Department of Home Affairs visa requirements, that your occupation is on the State Skilled Occupation List, and read about each of South Australia’s nomination streams to see if you’re eligible. 

Please note: State nomination does not automatically result in the grant of a visa. Your application must also be assessed by the Department of Home Affairs against several visa-specific requirements. You will only be granted a visa if all requirements are met.

In addition to continuing to enjoy the fantastic lifestyle and work opportunities on offer in South Australia, applying for state nomination will provide you with: 

  • Access to an extensive list of occupations 

  • Additional points towards the Department of Home Affairs points test for the 190 and 491 visas

As an international graduate you may also be eligible for additional concessions.

South Australia's Skilled Occupation List
You need to have an occupation on South Australia’s Skilled Occupation List. Please review this list before starting your application.
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Nomination options
As an international graduate of South Australia, you may be eligible to apply under the South AustralianGraduate stream.
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Why study in South Australia
South Australia offers a relaxed, friendly lifestyle where you can achieve a true study-life balance and afford to do more.
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