South Australia Skilled Occupation List 2026
SA state nomination eligible occupations. South Australia immigration requirements and pathways.
South Australia State Nomination Guide
South Australia offers state nomination for skilled workers across various occupation categories.
SA Nomination Pathways
General Skilled Migration
- Subclass 190 (Permanent)
- Subclass 491 (Provisional)
Employer Sponsored
- Subclass 494 (Regional)
Occupation Categories
High Availability
- Most occupations open
- Lower requirements
- Faster processing
Medium Availability
- Selected occupations
- Specific requirements
- Regular intake
Low Availability
- Limited occupations
- High requirements
- Restricted intake
Key Occupations
Healthcare
- Registered Nurses
- Medical Practitioners
- Allied Health Professionals
- Aged Care Workers
Technology
- Software Developers
- ICT Professionals
- Data Analysts
- Cybersecurity Specialists
Engineering
- Civil Engineers
- Mechanical Engineers
- Electrical Engineers
Trades
- Electricians
- Plumbers
- Carpenters
- Automotive Technicians
Requirements
Points
- Minimum 65 points
- Competitive scores 75+
English
- Proficient (IELTS 7) preferred
- Some occupations accept Competent
Work Experience
- Minimum 1 year recent experience
- In nominated occupation
Commitment
- Genuine intention to live in SA
- Employment or business plan
Adelaide vs Regional SA
Adelaide
- More occupations available
- Higher competition
- Urban lifestyle
Regional SA
- Additional points
- Lower thresholds
- Growing opportunities
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Processing Time
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Success Rate
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