WASMOL State Nominated Migration Program 2024-25 | Invitation Round

Finally, the wait is over now! 

 

For those who were waiting for the Western Australia invitation round for the program year 2024-25,  there is a good news. As of new updates, the invitation round for Western Australia’s State Nominated Migration Program (Subclass 190 and Subclass 491) is  issued on November 20, 2024. 

 

This is the fourth invitation round for the migration program year 2024-25, which highlights a balanced allocation of invitations, with a strong focus on both general applicants and those who have completed their qualifications in Western Australia.

 

Before moving forward, let’s have a look at the breakdown of the intended invitations.

 

Breakdown of WASMOL Invitation Round:

 

General Stream—WASMOL Schedule 1 and 2:

• Subclass 190: Overall 600 invitations (200 for Schedule 1, 400 for Schedule 2)
• Subclass 491: total 600 invitations (200 for Schedule 1, 400 for Schedule 2)

 

Graduate Stream: Higher Education and Vocational Education and Training (VET):

• Subclass 190: Overall 198 invitations (150 for Higher Education, 48 for VET)
• Subclass 491: Overall 201 invitations (150 for Higher Education, 51 for VET)

 

Understand the Latest Invitation Round for WASMOL (SC 190 & SC 491)

With the announcement of the invitation round for Western Australia’s State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP)  on November 20, 2024, this news brought an exciting migration opportunity for overseas skilled migrants. The overall 1599 invitations were issued across different streams. These WASMOL invitations highlight the ongoing efforts of Western Australia to attract an international skilled force as well as to fill the gap of skill shortage in key sectors in Australia. 

 

This year, Western Australia is making significant efforts to attract and retain skilled migrants through the allocations of Australian State Nominated Migration programs 202-2025. It is a fantastic opportunity for those who want to live and work in Western Australia.

 

Note: To apply you must be nominated or invited by the Australian Government through the State Nominated Migration Program.

 

So, like other Australian visas and migration programs, this program has specific requirements set by the Australian Government. To live and work in Western Australia, you must meet these eligibility requirements for the WASMOLE State Migration Program 2024-25.

 

Before discussing the essential requirements for skilled migration to Western Australia, let me highlight the key features of WA state-nominated programs 2024-25.

 

Key Features for State Nominated Migration programs 202-25  

 

• No Application fee to apply.
• Equal invitations are available for both interstate and overseas candidates.
• Prioritised invitations for candidates with an occupation in a WA industry sector with a critical demand for skilled workers
• No job offer is required for WASMOL Schedule 1 occupation, along with one year of experience.
• No job offer is required for WASMOL Schedule 2 occupations applying for the 491 visa, construction-related occupations for the 190 visa, or the entire WA graduate stream occupations.

 

Note:  Understand Important Terms 

 

WA: Western Australia

SNMP: State Nominated Migration Program

WASMOL: Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List

 

What is a WA State Nominated Migration Program 2024-2025?

The Western Government designed the 2024-25 State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) to nominate or invite eligible skilled migrants for the Skilled Nominated Visa subclass 190 and skilled regional visa ( provisional) visa subclass 491 for priority occupations. WA has targeted those skilled shortages occupations that require overseas skilled migrants where locals can’t fill the gap.

 

Two Pathways to Consider Invitation for State Nomination

When you consider invitation for State nomination, your occupation is required to be eligible under the following streams:

 

1. General Stream

You can apply via a general stream, which is a skilled migration pathway for a wide range of occupations and industry categories.  Eligible occupations will be listed on the WA Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL) Schedule 1 or 2. The applicants whose nominated  occupation will be identified on the WASMOL might be eligible for WA State nomination via the following subclasses:

 

• The Skilled Nomination Visa Subclass 190 
• The Skilled Work Regional ( Provisional) Visa Subclass 491

 

Note: The WASMOL is available to the applicants who intend to use the General stream WASMOL Schedule 1 or the General stream WASMOL Schedule 2.

 

•  WASMOL Schedule 1 includes Health and Medical Occupations 
•  WASMOL Schedule 2 includes all other occupations

 

2. Graduate Stream 

Skilled migration pathways (under graduate streams) are available for eligible overseas students who are currently enrolled in vocational and training VET programs or higher educational programs of study in Western Australia. The eligible occupations are listed on the Graduate occupation list (GOL).

 

What are the Requirements for WASMOL State Nominated Migration Program 2024-25?

Here is an overview of requirements for each eligible visa streams of State nominated migration program 2024-25:

 

State Requirements	General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1		General Stream WASMOL Schedule		Graduate Stream
Visa Types	190	491	190	491	190	491
Nominated occupation is available on WESMOL/GOL	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Meet all minimum English requirements	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Approximately one year Australian or one year of overseas work experience in nominated (or closely related) occupation	Yes	Yes	–	–	–	–
Full time employment contract in WA for almost six months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation	Yes	–	Yes	–	–	–
Obtained a Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited educational institution in WA	–	–	–	–	Yes	Yes
Meet all of the Graduate stream study requirements	–	–		–	Yes	Yes

 

WASMOL Stream Specific Requirements

Lets dive into  together the stream-specific requirements of the WASMOL State Nominated Migration Program 2024-25.

 

General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1

• Your nominated occupation identified in the skill assessment must be on the relevant occupation list of WASMOL Schedule 1.
• Your skill assessment should focus on the occupation nominated in your EOI and the occupation for which you are invited to apply for WA state nomination. 
• At least one year of work experience in the nominated (or closely related) occupation.
• You must have a full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of six months.

 

Note: A provisional skill assessment of subclass 485 visa application will not be considered.

 

General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2

• Your occupation must be listed in the WASMOL occupations list under WASMOL Schedule 2.
• You must meet all the requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs for your intended visa for.
• The Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190.
• The Skilled Work Regional ( Provisional) visa Subclass 491.
• You need to meet all the required levels of the English language proficiency test.
• You must have a positive skills assessment for the nominated occupation.
• You need to have a job offer for the 491 visa.

 

Graduate Stream

 

• You must complete a Certificate III level or higher qualification from a recognized Western Australian educational institution.
• Your occupation should be listed on the Graduate Occupation List (GOL).
• You must have studied for at least two years in WA.
• You must meet the required level of English language proficiency.
• You don’t need a job offer for this stream.

 

Visa-Specific Requirements for WA State Visa Migration Program 2024-2025

 

For Subclass 491 Visa (Skilled Work Regional – Provisional):

• You must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Your occupation must be included in the relevant skilled occupation list.
• You need to obtain a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
• You must demonstrate competent English language skills.
• You must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area in Australia.

 

For Subclass 190 Visa (Skilled Nominated)

 

• You must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Your occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• You need to obtain a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
• You must demonstrate competent English language skills.
• An Australian state or territory government must nominate you.

 

For Graduate Stream Specifics

 

For the Graduate Stream, which is designed for international students who have completed their studies in Australia:

• They must have completed a qualification relevant to an occupation on the Graduate occupation list (GOL).
• They must have studied in Australia for approximately two academic years.
• They must be nominated by a state or territory government, which may have additional requirements specific to the Graduate Stream.

 

Note: The applicants must be enrolled in WA-accredited educational institutions.

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Stream Specific Requirements

1. General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1

• Your nominated occupation identified in the skill assessment must be on the relevant occupation list of WASMOL Schedule 1.
• Your skill assessment should focus on the occupation nominated in your EOI and the occupation for which you are invited to apply for WA state nomination. 
• At least one year of work experience in the nominated (or closely related) occupation.
• You must have a full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of six months.

 

Note:  A provisional skill assessment of subclass 485 visa application will not be considered.

 

2. General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2

 

• Your occupation must be listed in the WASMOL occupations list under WASMOL Schedule 2
• You must meet all the requirements set by the Department of Home Affairs for your intended visa for:

• The Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190
• The Skilled Work Regional ( Provisional) visa Subclass 491.

• You need to meet the all required levels of the English language proficiency test.
• You must have a positive skills assessment for the nominated occupation.
• You need to have a job offer for the 491 visa.

 

3. Graduate Stream

 

• You must complete a Certificate III level or higher qualification from a recognized Western Australian educational institution.
• Your occupation should be listed on the Graduate Occupation List (GOL).
• You must have studied for at least two years in WA.
• You must meet the required level of English language proficiency.
• You don’t need a job offer for this stream.

 

Visa Specific Requirements for WA State Visa Migration Program 2024-2025

 

For Subclass 491 Visa (Skilled Work Regional – Provisional)

 

• You must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Your occupation must be included in the relevant skilled occupation list.
• You need to obtain a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
• You must demonstrate competent English language skills.
• You must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area in Australia.

 

For Subclass 190 Visa (Skilled Nominated)

 

• You must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Your occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• You need to obtain a suitable skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
• You must demonstrate competent English language skills.
• An Australian state or territory government must nominate you.

 

For Graduate Stream Specifics

 

For the Graduate Stream, which is designed for international students who have completed their studies in Australia:

• They must have completed a qualification relevant to an occupation on the Graduate occupation list (GOL).
• They must have studied in Australia for approximately two academic years.
• They must be nominated by a state or territory government, which may have additional requirements specific to the Graduate Stream.

 

Note: The applicants must be enrolled under the WA accredited educational institutions. 

 

What To Do Next?

As you have learned about the WASMOL invitation round that started on November 20,  2024, this is a great opportunity for your to secure your migration place in Western Australia.

 

If you meet several eligibility criteria, including age, English proficiency, and work experience, achieve a minimum point test score for the State Nomination migration program. In that case, you must submit an EOI through the Department of Home Affairs’ Skill Select system. Once you are eligible, you will receive an invitation to the stream you qualify for. Then, you can lodge one application for your prior stream. 

 

This invitation round of Western Australia State Nominated Migration Program 2024-25 provides a valuable opportunity for skilled workers to live and work in Australia and contribute to the state’s economy. With updated eligibility requirements and future invitations( starting from August 2024), eligible applicants are encouraged to apply for state nomination for both the subclass 190 and subclass 491 visas.

 

Don’t waste the opportunity; consult with an expert migration agent at the Migration to get expert advice and professional assistance regarding your application. 

 

Book your appointment now!

 

 

To learn more about this State Nominated Migration Program 2024-25 and state visa allocations divisions read the following blog:

Australia State Visa Allocation 2024-2025 | A new Breakdown by State & Territories