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What is the status of state nomination visas for 2024-25

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Updates by states for the 2024-25 financial year 

The current Australian financial year will draw to a close on 30 June, 2025.

As usual this time of year, most of the states have closed or are close to, ending issuing invites for thier state nominated visas.  This includes  both the Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (Subclass 491) visa.

Most applicants will, now,  need to wait for 1 July, 2025 before they may obtain an invite to apply for nomination under these programs.

At time of this post, the state programs status are as below.

  • ACT – As of 14 April, 2025 the ACT has issued almost 1,400 of their 1,800 invite allocation . There was due to be an invite round on 30 May 2025. Details  of this invite round haven’t been published as time of posting.
  • NSW  – NSW has reached its nomination allocation for the Subclass 190 visa.  NSW indicated that they will be issuing some more invites prior to the end of June 2025.  To date, the details of this invite round haven’t been published.
  • Queensland  – Queensland closed its 2024-25 skilled State Nominated Migration Program in late May. Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for the onshore, graduates, offshore and regional small business owners pathways are now closed. Migration Queensland will continue to assess the applications currently under assessment until all nominations are completed. Migration Queensland will publish details of the 2025-26 program when available.
  • Northern Territory – NT have closed their 2024-25 nomination program for both the 190 and 491 visa The program will re-open in 2025-26 once allocations are known.
  • South Australia  – SA have allocated the majority of their places. Offshore applicants will still be considered by SA, if they have submitted an Expression of Interest (EOI).
  • Tasmania – Tasmania have not provided any specific updates about their 2024-25 program.
  • Victoria – Victoria closed Registration of Interest (ROI)  for their program on 29 April 2025. If applicants hadn’t  submitted an ROI they will need to wait for the start of the 2025-26 financial year on 1 July, 2025.
  • Western Australia – WA have continued issuing invites throughout the 2024-25 FY. In cludign invites as of today 9 June, 2025.

In recent correspodence we have had with some of the states, we are aware that they remain focussed on attracting the skilled applicants – and their families – to their states.

They are eagerly waiting on their 2025 -26 allocations.

Are you eligible for a state nominated visa? 

If you have any questions, would like assistance with state nomination visas please Contact Us.

Queensland

Queensland open visa nomination program for 2024-25

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QLD open for state nomination 

Queensland (QLD) have opened their 2024-25 state nomination program for the Subclass 491 and 190 visas.

There are a few of pathways depending on the applicants circumstances.

Onshore – Skilled workers in Queensland 

QLD will consider inviting applicants to apply for nomination  for both the Subclass 491 and Subclass 190 visas.

Applicants will need to meet a range of criteria including (but not limited to):

  • points test result of 65 or higher
  • proficient english or higher
  • an occupation on the DHA’s eligible skilled occupations, with a focus on addressing shortages in Queensland growing industries
  • living and woking in QLD for:
    • at least 6 months for the Subclass 190 visa or
    • at least 3 months for the Subclass 491 visa
  • evidence the employment is ongoing for a further 12 months
  • commitment to live in and work in QLD for:
    • at least 2 years for the Subclass 190 or
    • at least 3 years for the Subclass 491

Applicants will have to submit an EOI and then a Registration of Interest (ROI) to be considered for QLD Nomination.

Offshore  –  Skilled workers outside Australia 

QLD will consider applicants outside Australia who can contribute to their workforce needs. This includes:

  • the transition to net zero and climate change adaption
  • the  delivery of more hospitals, upgraded schools, more housing and better transport under Queensland’s Big Build
  • increasing demand for healthcare

Applicants will need to meet a range of criteria including (but not limited to):

  • points test result of 65 or higher
  • proficient english or higher
  • appropriate experience in an occupation on QLD’s Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)
    • at least 5 years for a Subclass 90 visa
    • at least 3 years for a Subclass 491 visa
  • an occupation on the DHA’s eligible skilled occupations, with a focus on addressing shortages in Queensland growing industries
  • commitment to live and work in QLD for:
    • at least 2 years for the Subclass 190
    • at least 3 years for the Subclass 491

QLD will consider workers for priority processing if they are on the Queensland Energy Skilled Occupation List.

Applicants will have to submit an EOI and then a Registration of Interest (ROI) to be considered for QLD Nomination.

 QLD Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)  & QLD Energy (QE) Skilled Occupation List

Occupations and visa eligibility:

  • Construction Project Manager – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Project Builder – 491
  • Engineering Manager – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Urban and Regional Planner – 491 & 190
  • Chemical Engineer – 491 & 190
  • Materials Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Civil Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Geotechnical Engineer – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Quantity Surveyor -491 & 190
  • Structural Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Transport Engineer – 491 & 190
  • Electrical Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Electronics Engineer -491 & 190
  • Industrial Engineer -491 & 190
  • Mechanical Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Production or Planet Engineer -491 & 190
  • Mining Engineer -491 & 190 & QE
  • Petroleum Engineer -491 & 190
  • Aeronautical Engineer -491 & 190
  • Agricultural Engineer –  491 & 190
  • Biomedical Engineer – 491 & 190
  • Engineering Technologist – 491 & 190
  • Environmental Engineer – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Naval Architect – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Engineering Professionals nec – 491 & 190
  • Environmental Consultant – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Environmental Research Scientist -491 & 190 & QE
  • Environmental Scientist nec -491 & 190 & QE
  • Geologist -491 & 190 & QE
  • Geophysicist -491 & 190 & QE
  • Hydrogeologist -491 & 190 & QE
  • Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher –
  • Primary School Teacher -491
  • Middle School Teacher -491
  • Secondary School Teacher -491
  • Special Needs Teacher -491
  • Teacher of the Heating Impaired – 491
  • Teacher of the Sight Impaired – 491
  • Special Education Teachers nec  – 491
  • Medical Diagnostic Radiographer – 491 & 190
  • Medical Radiation Therapist – 491 & 190
  • Nuclear Medicine Technologist – 491 & 190
  • Sonographer – 491 & 190
  • Environmental Health Officer – 491
  • Occupational Therapist – 491 & 190
  • Physiotherapist – 491 & 190
  • Podiatrist – 491 & 190
  • Audiologist – 491
  • Speech Pathologist – 491 & 190
  • Midwife – 491 & 190
  • Nurse Educator – 491 & 190
  • Nurse Researcher – 491 & 190
  • Nurse Practitioner –  491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Community Health) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Critical care and Emergency) –  491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Medical) -491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Mental Health) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Perioperative) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Surgical) – 491 & 190
  • Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) – 491 & 190
  • ICT Security Specialist – 491 & 190
  • Clinical Psychologist – 491 & 190
  • Educational Psychologist – 491 & 190
  • Organisational Psychologist – 491 & 190
  •  Psychologists nec -491 & 190
  • Architectural Draftsperson – 491 & 190
  • Building Inspector -491 & 190
  • Construction Estimator – 491
  • Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec – 491 & 190
  • Civil Engineering Draftsperson – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Civil Engineering Technician – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Electrical Engineering Draftsperson – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Electrical Engineering Technician – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson – 491
  • Mechanical Engineering Technician – 491 & 190
  • Metallurgical or Materials Technician – 491 & 190
  • Mine Deputy – 491 & 190
  • Building and Engineering Technicians nec – 491
  • Sheetmetal Trades Worker – 491 & 190
  • Metal Fabricator – 491 & 190
  • Pressure Welder – 491 & 190
  • Welder (First Class) – 491 & 190
  • Fitter (General) – 491 & 190
  • Fitter and Turner – 491 & 190
  • Fitter-Welder – 491 & 190
  • Metal Machinist (First Class) – 491 & 190
  • Metal Fitters and Machinists nec – 491 & 190
  • Bricklayer – 491 & 190
  • Stonemason – 491 & 190
  • Carpenter and Joiner – 491 & 190
  • Carpenter – 491 & 190
  • Joiner -491 & 190
  • Floor Finisher – 491
  • Painting Trades Workers – 491 & 190
  • Glazier -491 & 190
  • Fibrous Plasterer – 491 & 190
  • Solid Plasterer – 491 & 190
  • Roof Tiler – 491 & 190
  • Wall and Floor Tiler – 491 & 190
  • Plumber (General) – 491 & 190
  • Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber – 491 & 190
  • Drainer – 491 & 190
  • Gasfitter – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Roof Plumber – 491 & 190
  • Electrician (General) – 491 & 190 & QE
  • Electrician  (Special Class) -491 & 190
  • Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
  • Electrical Linesworker – 491
  • Technical Cable Jointer – 491 & 190
  • Business Machine Mechanic – 491 & 190
  • Electronic Equipment Trades Worker – 491 & 190
  • Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) – 491 & 190
  • Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) – 491 & 190
  • Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) – 491 & 190
  • Telecommunications Linesworker – 491 & 190
  • Power Generation Plant Operator – 491 & 190 & QE

Pathways for QLD Graduates & Small business owners 

There are further pathways for applicants in Australia  who are QLD graduates and small business owners. Please contact us if want to discuss your eligibility for these pathways .

Are you eligible? 

There are a  huge number of occupations available. However it does not guarantee nomination as there  are a number of requirements that need to be met for each occupation.

If you  would like to determine your eligibility and obtain assistance please Contact Us. 

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Queensland

Queensland (QLD) to re-open state nomination program

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QLD to open State Nominated Migration program details

Queensland (QLD) have confirmed  that their state nomination visa program will re-open shortly. The state nomination visas includes the:

  • Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)

They have also announced the numbers for the 2024-25 program.

As well, that they are open to nominated Subclass 888 applicants for permanent residency applications.

The full QLD announcement is below. No details have been released about the Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL).

” 2024–25 State Nominated Migration Program Allocation

Migration Queensland’s allocation of nomination places for the 2024-25 State Nominated Migration Program has been confirmed by the Australian Government.

For the 2024-25 financial year, Queensland received a nomination allocation of 1,200, which consists of:

  • 600 for Skilled Nominated (Permanent) visa (subclass 190).
  • 600 for Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).

The Queensland 2024-25 State Nominated Migration Program has not opened yet. Details regarding Queensland’s 2024-25 State Nominated Migration Program, including dates and eligibility criteria, will be published on the Migration Queensland website when available.

Migration Queensland will continue to process applications for the Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) (subclass 888) visa and 188 visa extension requests. ”

If you have any questions or would like to discuss your options for 2024 to 25 please Contact Us

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Queensland

Queensland Migration program update

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Queensland

Migrate to Queensland 2024-25

QLD closes program for 2023/24 

As of today, 10 May 2024, Migration Queensland has closed its state nominated skilled visa program for the 2023-24 financial year (FY).

Applicants will need to submit a new Expression of Interest (EOI) once the Queensland program opens up for the 2024-25 program year. The new Australian financial year starts 1st July, 2024.

There is no indication at present what occupations will be on the Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL) for 2024-25. However the recent  QSOL may provide some guidance.

The QSOL is divided into two. Applicants in Australia . As well as applicants outside Australia.

To be considered for nomination Queensland will require applicants to have an occupation on the appropriate list, meet any specific occupation requirements (e.g. years of experience, english language ability, registration) as well as meet the required settlement funds.

Offshore applicants that meet the Queensland requirements, and who have listed Queensland as their preferred state in their GSM EOI  will need to be invited to apply for state nomination. They will then have 14 days to prove they meet the requirements to be formally nominated.

This includes evidence of their skills assessment, English language tests. settlement finds and work experience.

Please Contact Us if you have any questions or want to Register your interest to apply for nomination when it opens.

GSM visas – State/Territory nomination update

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Queensland Skilled Occupation Lists (QSOL) closed until 1st July, 2019

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Business and Skilled Migration Queensland have announced the following:

“Skilled visa nominations are now closed

BSMQ is now closed to receive EOI’s for the General Skilled Migration Program (GSM). The program will open again in the new financial year in July 2019. We will provide new QSOL lists and eligibility criteria prior to the program being re-opened in July will published on the BSMQ website.”

If you have any queries about what your visa options are please Contact Us.

Queensland GSM state nomination – occupations removed

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Removal of occupations for Queensland

Queensland have recently announced the removal of a number of occupations from their State nomination lists. These occupations, in addition to 233914 Engineering Technologists which was removed in early August,  have been removed due to the high numbers of Expression of Interest (EOI) lodged.

The removed occupations are:

  • 221111 Accountant (general)
  • 261311 Analyst Programmer
  • 263111 Computer Network & Systems Engineer
  • 262111 Database Administrator
  • 261312 Developer Programmer
  • 261111 ICT Business Analyst
  • 313112 ICT Customer Support Officer
  • 263211 ICT Quality Assurance Engineer
  • 262112 ICT Security Specialist
  • 263212 ICT Support Engineer
  • 263213 ICT Systems Test Engineer
  • 261313 Software Engineer
  • 261314 Software Tester
  • 262113 Systems Administrator
  • 261112 Systems Analyst
  • 313113 Web Administrator
  • 312111 Architectural Draftsperson
  • 611211 Insurance Agent
  • 232511 Interior Designer
  • 221112 Management Acct
  • 233512 Mechanical Engineer
  • 225311 Public Relations Professional
  • 251511 Hospital Pharmacists
  • 251513 Retail Pharmacist

If these changes effect your visa options, and you want to discuss what other opportunities there may be please Contact Us.

Update to Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL)

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Queensland have quickly revised the occupations they nominate for 2017-18. Details of the announced change are copied below.

BSMQ Update to QSOL: Engineering Technologist

Engineering Technologist (233914) was taken off our Queensland Skilled Occupations Lists (QSOL) on 11 July 2017 – please note we will not be accepting any new EOIs under this occupation from the 12 July 2017 at this stage. We have received a very large number of EOIs for this occupation.

We are currently not issuing any more invitations to lodge an application with BSMQ. However, if some of the current invitees do not respond in the requested time frame, we will issue further invitations to some of those in the current queue.

If this affects you, or you want to discuss if there are any other options for this occupation, then please Contact Us.