The Australian Government has released the state and territory nomination allocations for the 2024-25 Migration Program, highlighting significant changes in the allocation of skilled visas. These allocations pertain to the Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa and the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa, which are crucial for attracting skilled migrants to Australia.
Overview
Nomination allocations specify the number of new primary applicants each state or territory can nominate within a program year. These allocations are part of the broader Migration Program and are designed to manage the intake of skilled migrants effectively. The allocations do not cap the number of visas granted but provide a guideline for state and territory nominations.
2024-25 Nomination Allocations vs. 2023-24 Allocations
The recent allocations for the 2024-25 period indicate changes compared to the previous year, reflecting shifts in demand and strategic focus areas. Below is a comparison of the allocations for the two key visa categories across different states and territories:
Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa
Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa
2024-25 Nomination Allocations:
- Australian Capital Territory (ACT):
- Subclass 190: 1,000 nominations
- Subclass 491: 800 nominations
- New South Wales (NSW):
- Subclass 190: 3,000 nominations
- Subclass 491: 2,000 nominations
- Northern Territory (NT):
- Subclass 190: 800 nominations
- Subclass 491: 800 nominations
- Queensland (QLD):
- Subclass 190: 600 nominations
- Subclass 491: 600 nominations
- South Australia (SA):
- Subclass 190: 3,000 nominations
- Subclass 491: 800 nominations
- Tasmania (TAS):
- Subclass 190: 2,100 nominations
- Subclass 491: 760 nominations
- Victoria (VIC):
- Subclass 190: 3,000 nominations
- Subclass 491: 2,000 nominations
- Western Australia (WA):
- Subclass 190: 3,000 nominations
- Subclass 491: 2,000 nominations
Total Allocations:
- Subclass 190: 16,500 nominations
- Subclass 491: 9,760 nominations
2024–25 state and territory nomination allocations
Comparative Analysis with 2023-24 Allocations:
The overall allocation for both visa categories has remained steady, reflecting the Australian Government’s continued focus on attracting skilled migrants to support economic growth and regional development. However, specific states like NSW and VIC continue to receive the highest allocations, emphasising their significant role in the national economy.
Key Observations:
- NSW and VIC Dominance: Both states retain high allocations, reflecting their robust economies and demand for skilled migrants.
- Increased Regional Focus: The allocation for Subclass 491 visas, aimed at regional work, remains substantial, highlighting the government’s commitment to regional development.
- ACT and TAS: Both territories have seen consistent allocations, underscoring the need for skilled workers in diverse sectors.
Conclusion
The 2024-25 state and territory nomination allocations highlight Australia’s strategic approach to managing skilled migration. With a balanced distribution across states and territories, these allocations address specific labour market needs and promote regional development. Prospective migrants should review each jurisdiction’s specific criteria and opportunities to align their skills and career goals with Australia’s immigration priorities.
For more detailed information, potential applicants can visit the respective state and territory migration portals to understand the unique criteria and application processes:
- ACT – Migration
- NSW – Visas and migration
- VIC – Live in Melbourne
- QLD – Business & Skilled Migration Queensland
- NT – Migrate
- WA – Skilled Migration Western Australia
- SA – Move to South Australia
- TAS – Migration Tasmania
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