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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SA Health is actively recruiting professionals across diverse occupations including nursing and midwifery, medical professionals, and allied health professionals.
South Australia offers unique advantages for international health professionals. We're opening a record number of new mental health beds and services, creating career opportunities within our world-class public health system.
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