Before starting your application, it’s important to understand the requirements and options available in South Australia.
You can choose to apply for a visa or state nomination on your own, or you may decide to engage a registered migration agent or legal practitioner.
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While completing your application, use this information to understand the process, requirements and supporting documents.
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If you meet the Department of Home Affairs visa criteria and South Australia’s nomination guidelines, you will need to prepare and supply a range of documentation to complete your Registration of Interest application.
Before you apply, you must have ready all information and documentation to support your Registration of Interest (ROI) application and prove the claims you make. Please refer to the document checklist to help you prepare all documentation prior to commencing your online ROI application via the Skilled and Business Migration portal.
Once you have ensured you meet all nomination and visa requirements, and prepared all documentation needed for your Registration of Interest application:
NOTE: Please submit an online enquiry if you wish to withdraw your Skilled and Business Migration ROI application.
Skilled and Business Migration have collated a list of organisations that may be able to assist you on your arrival in South Australia, however we encourage you to continue your own research and find the best services to suit your needs.
Keep your contact details up to date in your Skilled and Business Migration account
If you are having difficulty navigating the state nomination and visa application process, you can engage the services of a migration agent or lawyer who can help you with your applications and assist you to understand the requirements at each stage. Find out more about accessing Immigration Assistance.
If you need further information, please submit an online enquiry through the Skilled & Business Migration Portal.
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