Western Australia's Skilled Visa Invitations: Who Got Invited in the Latest Round?

Western Australia has officially released the latest invitation round results for the State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP), conducted on 19 February 2025. This update provides key insights into invitations issued under different visa subclasses, industry priorities, and eligibility criteria.

If you are an aspiring skilled migrant looking to settle in Western Australia, understanding these results can help you determine your chances of receiving an invitation in future rounds.

The invitations were allocated across multiple streams, including the General Stream and Graduate Stream, under different visa subclasses.

General Stream

The General Stream covers skilled professionals who meet specific criteria under the Western Australian Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL).

WASMOL Schedule 1

• Visa Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)

  • Points Required: 75

  • State of Residence: Western Australia

    
    

  • EOI Submission Date: 23/09/2024

• Visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)

  • No invitations issued in this round

WASMOL Schedule 2

• Visa Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)

  • Points Required: 75

  • State of Residence: Western Australia

  • EOI Submission Date: 10/01/2025

• Visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)

  • Points Required: 85

  • State of Residence: Western Australia

  • EOI Submission Date: 16/11/2023

The Graduate Stream is designed for international students who have completed higher education or vocational training in Western Australia.

Higher Education Graduates

• Visa Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)

  • Qualification Level: PhD or Master’s Degree

  • Points Required: 65

  • EOI Submission Date: 15/11/2024

• Visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)

  • No invitations issued in this round

Vocational Education and Training (VET) Graduates

• Visa Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated Visa)

  • Qualification Level: Advanced Diploma

  • Points Required: 65

  • EOI Submission Date: 25/11/2024

• Visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional Visa)

  • No invitations issued in this round

Invitations were primarily issued to skilled professionals in high-demand sectors that are crucial for Western Australia’s economic growth. These sectors include:

• Building and Construction

• Healthcare and Social Assistance

• Hospitality and Tourism

• Education and Training

Professionals in these industries have a higher chance of receiving invitations in upcoming rounds.

• The number of invitations issued does not take into account occupation ceilings or visa subclass caps that may be in place.

• No invitations were issued for other occupations listed on WASMOL and GOL in this round.

• Future rounds may have different selection criteria, and candidates are encouraged to stay updated on changes in WA migration policies.

• Increasing your EOI points score by gaining additional qualifications or work experience can significantly improve your chances.

The latest WA invitation round highlights the growing demand for skilled professionals in key industries. If you are considering applying for WA state nomination, ensuring that your EOI meets the latest criteria and aligns with priority industry needs can improve your chances.

Stay tuned for future invitation rounds, and make sure your EOI remains competitive in this highly sought-after migration pathway.