The Western Australian State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) for the 2024-25 year is now open. Applicants with a nominated occupation on the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL) or Graduate Occupation List (GOL) may be eligible for Western Australian State nomination through one of the following visa subclasses: Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) or Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).

Here are some of the key highlights:

  • Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) – there are 3,000 places, with the Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491) having 2,000 places

  • No application fee

  • Equal invitation ranking for interstate and overseas candidates

  • Prioritised invitations for candidates with occupations in WA industry sectors experiencing critical demand for skilled workers

  • Reduced employment requirements for candidates invited through a WA building and construction industry sector occupation (as listed on the WA State Nomination Occupation lists)

  • Additional employment contract options for General Stream: WASMOL Schedule 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it easier to get PR in Western Australia?

With WA’s most recent expansion of 2024-25 skilled occupation list, it's safe to say this will provide international students with a migration pathway.

What is the process to get a state nomination in Western Australia?

To be considered for a state nomination invitation, your occupation must be eligible under one of the following streams:

  • General Stream: A skilled migration pathway for various occupations and industry categories. Eligible occupations are listed on the WA Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL) Schedule 1 or 2.

  • Graduate Stream: A skilled migration pathway for eligible international students completing vocational education and training (VET) or higher education qualifications in WA. Eligible occupations are listed on the Graduate Occupation List (GOL).

These occupation lists highlight priority occupations for WA, making them eligible for skilled migrants through State nomination.