These figures show the current distribution of invitations under the South Australia state nomination program.

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Occupations Frequently Invited in South Australia

Recent invitation rounds show consistent demand in several sectors.

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Health Professionals

Health occupations receive the largest share of invitations, especially for the subclass 190 visa.

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South Australia continues to recruit workers for:

• hospitals

• aged care services

• disability support

• community health programs.

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Applicants normally need recognised skills assessments and professional registration where required.

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Engineering and Technical Occupations

Engineering and technical professionals support infrastructure development and industrial growth in South Australia.

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Occupations in the Design, Engineering, Science and Transport Professionals group received a strong number of invitations during recent rounds.

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Technical roles such as engineering technicians and science technicians also receive invitations through the regional visa pathway.

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ICT Professionals

Information and communications technology occupations continue to receive invitations, especially under the subclass 491 visa.

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Demand exists across industries including:

• software development

• cybersecurity

• IT systems management

• digital services.

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Construction and Skilled Trades

South Australia also invites skilled trades workers in sectors such as:

• construction trades

• electrotechnology and telecommunications

• automotive and engineering trades.

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These occupations support infrastructure projects and housing development across the state.

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How South Australia State Nomination Works

Applicants must complete several steps before receiving an invitation.

Step 1 – Submit an Expression of Interest

Candidates submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect system.

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Step 2 – Apply for South Australia State Nomination

Applicants select South Australia as their preferred state and meet the relevant state nomination criteria.

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Step 3 – Receive an Invitation

If the state selects the candidate during an invitation round, the applicant receives an invitation to lodge a nomination application.

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Skilled Migration Visas Linked to South Australia Invitations

Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

The subclass 190 visa grants permanent residency to skilled workers nominated by a state government.

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Key points:

• permanent residency visa

• requires state nomination

• adds 5 migration points.

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Learn more: Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)

The subclass 491 visa allows skilled migrants to live and work in regional Australia.

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Key points:

• valid for five years

• requires state nomination

• adds 15 migration points

• pathway to permanent residency through the subclass 191 visa.

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Learn more: Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)

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When Is the Next South Australia Invitation Round?

South Australia usually conducts invitation rounds monthly during the program year.

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Following the March 2026 invitation round, the next round is expected in early April 2026, subject to nomination program availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often does South Australia issue skilled migration invitations?

South Australia normally issues invitation rounds once per month, although invitation numbers depend on workforce demand and available state nomination places.

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What visas are included in South Australia invitation rounds?

South Australia invitation rounds usually relate to state nomination for:

• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)

• Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491).

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How many invitations were issued in March 2026?

South Australia issued 406 invitations in March 2026, including 242 invitations for subclass 190 and 164 invitations for subclass 491.

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Do all occupations receive invitations every round?

No. Invitation numbers vary based on labour market demand, nomination quotas, and state workforce priorities.

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