Offshore applicants

As of the date of publication the state/territory nominated General Skilled Migration (GSM) visas, the  Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) Visa and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (Subclass 491) , remain all but closed for offshore applicants.

It is hoped that offshore nomination options will commence when Australian borders start to open up. Now that vaccination rates are increasing across Australia, the opening of borders is something that is being considered from late 2021 – see below.

” Ban on Australians leaving the country will be dropped as early as November “

Onshore applicants

There are currently opportunities for state/territory nomination for applicants already in Australia. The states/territories that are open to nominating eligible onshore applicants include:

  • ACT
  • New South Wales
  • Northern Territory
  • South Australia
  • Tasmania
  • Victoria
  • Western Australia

It is only Queensland that is yet to confirm their nomination intentions. They are expected to announce this on 20 September, 2021.

South Australia – Offshore Registration of Interest

South Australia have confirmed that offshore applicants in specific occupations can submit a Registration of Interest if they meet the lodgement criteria for their occupation. These occupations include.

  • Medical Diagnostic Radiographer – 251211
  • Occupational Therapist – 252411
  • Physiotherapist – 252511
  • Audiologist – 252711
  • Speech Pathologist – 252712
  • Building Inspector – 312113
  • Construction Estimator – 312114
  • Maintenance Planner – 312911
  • Automotive Electrician – 321111
  • Motor Mechanic – 321211
  • Diesel  Motor Mechanic – 321212
  • Sheetmetal Trades Worker – 322211
  • Metal Fabricator – 322311
  • Pressure Welder – 322312
  • Welder First Class – 322313
  • Fitter (General) – 323211
  • Fitter & Turner – 323212
  • Fitter-Welder – 323213
  • Metal Machinist (First Class) – 323214
  • Metal Fitters and Machinists – 323299
  • Panelbeater – 324111
  • Bricklayer – 331111
  • Stonemason – 331112
  • Carpenter & Joiner – 331211
  • Carpenter – 331212
  • Joiner – 331213
  • Floor Finisher – 332111
  • Painting Trades Worker – 332211
  • Glazier – 333111
  • Fibrous Plasterer – 333211
  • Solid Plasterer – 333212
  • Roof Tiler – 333311
  • Wall and Floor Tiler – 333411
  • Arborist – 362212
  • Landscape Gardner – 362213
  • Cabinetmaker – 394111

If you would like to discuss what options you may have, including if your occupation is currently on a state/territory list and the steps you can take in the interim, then please Contact Us.