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.
Dreaming of a better lifestyle while growing your career? South Australia could be the answer!
Which occupation suits your skills? Explore the different Occupation Lists to check your eligibility.
While completing your application, use this information to understand the process, requirements and supporting documents.
Skilled migrants wanting to move to South Australia can support their visa application by applying for State nomination.
State nomination from South Australia can strengthen your skilled visa application.
If you are applying for state nomination for a skilled migration visa, this checklist outlines the documents required to support your application.
Starting life in a new place comes with plenty of excitement, and a few big tasks. Read some practical tips to help you settle in.
Cannot fill your South Australian business position locally? You may be able to sponsor a skilled migrant to join your team.
While there are a number of steps involved in employing overseas skilled workers, we want to make the process as easy to navigate as possible.
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Every year, people from all around the world move to South Australia for career opportunities in Adelaide and regional areas, strong education, and a relaxed, welcoming lifestyle.
With growing opportunities in health, care, construction, education, engineering, police and many more areas, plus lower living costs, financial freedom, and a Mediterranean climate, many quickly feel at home.
In South Australia, everything is more accessible, from career prospects to safe, supportive communities, giving you more time to enjoy friends, sport, entertainment, and our stunning natural environment.
During October 2025, the South Australian Government, together with business and industry, visited the UK with the Move to South Australia Roadshow to showcase what South Australia has to offer. Attendees had the opportunity to speak directly with potential employers about job opportunities and sponsorship options.
The roadshow featured exhibitor booths, presentations, panel sessions, Q&A, and networking opportunities – giving participants a true taste of life in South Australia.
If you attended a Move to South Australia Roadshow event in the UK, you can still access information about the employers you met, plus the service providers who can help you make the move.
A number of South Australian employers who are looking for skilled people just like you will be at each Move to South Australia Roadshow event. Meet them here.
We provide a variety services and resources to help migrants, local businesses and migration agents navigate the migration process. Learn more here.
Andy is a construction manager who moved to South Australia with his wife, from England, and they’ve loved living in a regional area, in the Southeast of South Australia, as well as in the city. They’re both taking up opportunities to develop their careers.
Rhianna is an oral health therapist who moved to South Australia from Scotland and she has loved settling into life in South Australia with her young family.
