All state sponsorship
SA · State nomination
South Australiastate sponsorship — 190 & 491
South Australia uses a Registration of Interest system and strongly favours SA graduates and workers already living in the state.
South Australia official migration websiteSubclass 190 nomination
Program Status
Registration of InterestTypical Points
65+
SA heavily favors international graduates and those already working in SA. An ROI is required.
Primary nomination pathways
Working in SA
- Currently living and working in SA (6-12 months depending on occupation).
- Must be working at least 20 hours/week (or 30+ for certain streams).
SA Graduates
- Must have finished a CRICOS registered course in SA.
- High Performing Graduates can get fast-tracked 190 without work experience.
Subclass 491 nomination
Program Status
Registration of InterestTypical Points
65+
491 is widely available across SA pathways, especially for those in outer regional areas.
Primary nomination pathways
Outer Regional SA
- Working in Outer Regional SA for 6 months gives massive priority for 491.
- Can often be working in ANY occupation, not just nominated one.
Offshore
- SA often selects offshore candidates with highly specialized skills in defensed, health, and tech.
Note: State criteria change frequently based on federal allocations and local skill shortages. Always consult the official state website before applying.