The Western Australia State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) has completed its third invitation round for the 2024-25 program year. This round of invitations took place in October 2024, with results published for multiple streams, including General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1 and 2, Graduate Stream (Higher Education), and Graduate Stream (Vocational Education and Training).
WA Invitation Breakdown for October 2024
In this round, a total of 800 invitations were issued across different streams and visa subclasses, continuing the state’s efforts to address skills shortages in critical sectors such as Healthcare, Construction, and Education.
- General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1:
- Subclass 190: 125 invitations
- Subclass 491: 125 invitations
- General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2:
- Subclass 190: 150 invitations
- Subclass 491: 150 invitations
- Graduate Stream (Higher Education):
- Subclass 190: 75 invitations
- Subclass 491: 75 invitations
- Graduate Stream (Vocational Education and Training):
- Subclass 190: 50 invitations
- Subclass 491: 50 invitations
These invitations reflect Western Australia’s strong focus on filling occupations within priority sectors that support the state’s economic growth, particularly in Healthcare, Building and Construction, Education, and Social Assistance.
Profiles of Last Invited Expressions of Interest (EOI)
In the General Stream, priority WA industry sectors include Building and Construction, Healthcare, and Education. The last invited EOIs had points ranging from 80 to 95 points. For example:
- The last invited applicant in the General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2 for Subclass 491 had 95 points with a submission date of 04/04/2024.
- The Graduate Stream candidates in both Higher Education and Vocational Education sectors had a range of 75 to 85 points, with some applicants holding advanced diplomas and bachelor’s degrees.
WA Invitation Year-to-Date Summary
Up until October 2024, a total of 2,196 invitations have been issued through the SNMP, including:
- 650 invitations in General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1
- 700 invitations in General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2
- 550 invitations in Graduate Stream (Higher Education)
- 296 invitations in Graduate Stream (Vocational Education and Training)
The distribution of these invitations reflects Western Australia’s commitment to addressing skill shortages by inviting skilled workers across a variety of fields, with an emphasis on supporting industries that are crucial to the state’s development.
Conclusion
The October 2024 invitation round continues to emphasise critical areas of growth in Western Australia, particularly through the General Stream and Graduate Stream categories. With a total of 800 invitations issued in this round alone, Western Australia’s migration program is playing a key role in strengthening the state’s workforce by targeting skilled professionals in industries such as Healthcare, Building and Construction, Social Assistance, and Education.
For those looking to apply for a visa under the SNMP, staying updated on the Western Australia Occupation List and keeping your Expression of Interest (EOI) up to date will be crucial to enhancing your chances of receiving an invitation.
For more details on the program and future invitation rounds, you can access the official State Nominated Migration Program website.
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