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State nomination process

Skilled migrants wanting to move to South Australia can support their visa application by applying for State nomination.

What is state nomination?

State nomination allows the state government to nominate highly skilled migrants to meet South Australia’s skills needs. If you are a ‘state-nominated’ skilled migrant, this can help you qualify for your Australian visa.

State nomination requirements

State nomination requirements vary depending on your visa pathway, as well as your specific circumstances.

How to apply

If you meet all visa and state nomination criteria, you can apply for state nomination through the Skilled and Business Migration portal.

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