SA Skilled Occupation Lists indicate what professions are in high-demand and are needed to fill skill shortages in the State. Everyone looking to apply for a Skilled Visa in SA must have an occupation in one of those lists and meet the state requirements.
To apply for a permanent skilled nominated 190 visa or a temporary regional 491 visa with nomination by South Australia, you must first check if your occupation is in the state list, then check which South Australia Migration Pathways are available for your occupation.
You will only be nominated by SA, then the Department of Home Affairs, if you meet these requirements:
- score at least 65 on the points test – unless SA requires a higher score;
- have an occupation in one of the South Australia Skilled Occupation lists;
- have a positive skills assessment in your nominated occupation;
- be under 45 years of age;
- meet the minimum English language requirement for your occupation;
South Australia State Nomination is open for applications from onshore and offshore. Be careful: not all pathways are open to all occupations! But before we go to the South Australia Occupation Lists, there are 6 pathways available in SA with different requirements for each one:
South Australia Migration Pathways
Recent Graduates of South Australia
- Must have completed a course in SA that is registered for a minimum of 46 CRICOS weeks;
- Must be currently working in SA in a job that is related to your nominated occupation (20 hours/week for the 491 visa and 30 hours/week for the 190 visa);
- Minimum work period varies according to occupation – must check SA Skilled Occupation lists;
- Qualification completed in SA may be restricted – must check the list
High Performing Graduates of South Australia
- Must have completed a Higher Education Degree in South Australia;
- Must meet minimum qualification requirements and have Proficient English;
- Must have a minimum Grade Point Average (GPA) which varies according to occupation – check SA Skilled Occupation lists
Skilled professionals working in South Australia
- Must be currently working in a job that is related to your nominated occupation in SA;
- Minimum work period varies according to occupation;
- Must have resided continuously in SA for the past five years;
- Must be currently working in a job that is NOT related to your nominated occupation in SA;
- Must be currently working for the past six months in SA in any occupation Skill Level 1, 2, 3 or Skill Level 4 Carer and Aide and must have at least 12 months total work experience in SA.
Highly Skilled and Talented stream – by invitation only
- Open to anyone in or outside Australia;
- If in Australia must be working in SA or about to start work there;
- If not in Australia must demonstrate extensive experience, working in senior or executive level roles in highly skilled jobs, in ???????Internationally renowned organisations, or multinational companies with a presence in South Australia, or have specialised experience or niche skills that are highly desired in one of South Australia’s critical priority sectors;
- Hi-Tech / Digital;
- Green Energy / Hydrogen;
- Defence, Space and Cyber Security
- Advanced Manufacturing
- Agribusiness
- Creative Industries
- Health and Life Science
- Must have proficient English;
- Be earning a minimum annual salary of AUD$80,000.00
Outer Regional South Australia
- Must be currently living and working in Outer Regional South Australia for a minimum of 6 months;
- Any job – minimum 30 hours per week;
- Business must have been operating for a minimum of 12 months in the region;
- There are a type of work and salary restrictions for Subclass 190
Offshore Applicants – by invitation only
- South Australia will be assessing candidates on merit by the following factors, within their nominated occupation:
- Years and field of skilled employment
- English language ability
- EOI points
The pathways which we indicated are “By Invitation Only” require you to be pre-selected by the State and receive an invitation to apply for State Nomination, once this is an “invitation only” system. If SA agrees to nominate you, then you will be invited by SkillSelect to apply for the visa.
To be selected by SA, and invited by SkillSelect, you need first to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) with SkillSelect.
For the other pathways, we can apply for nomination with South Australia directly for you.
South Australia Skilled Occupation lists 2022 – 2023
Farmers and Farm Managers Group
- Aquaculture Farmer – 491
- Flower Grower – 491, 190
- Fruit or Nut Grower – 491
- Grain, Oilseed or Pasture Grower – 491
- Grape Grower – 491, 190
- Mixed Crop Famer – 491
- Vegetable Grower – 491, 190
- Crop Farmer – 491
- Apiarist – 491, 190
- Beef Cattle Farmer – 491
- Dairy Cattle Farmer – 491
- Deer Farmer – 491
- Goat Farmer – 491
- Horse Breeder – 491
- Mixed Livestock Farmer – 491
- Pig Farmer – 491
- Poultry Farmer – 491, 190
- Sheep Farmer – 491
- Livestock Farmers nec – 491
- Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer – 491
Specialist Managers
- Sales and Marketing Manager – 491, 190
- Advertising Manager – 491, 190
- Public Relations Manager – 491
- Corporate Services Manager – 491, 190
- Finance Manager – 491, 190
- Human Resource Manager – 491, 190
- Policy and Planning Manager – 491
- Research and Development Manager – 491, 190
- Construction Project Manager – 491, 190
- Project Builder – 491
- Engineering Manager – 491, 190
- Manufacturer – 491, 190
- Production Manager (Forestry) – 491, 190
- Production Manager (Manufacturing) – 491, 190
- Production Manager (Mining) – 491, 190
- Supply and Distribution Manager – 491, 190
- Procurement Manager – 491
- Child Care Centre Manager – 491, 190
- Medical Administrator – 491
- Nursing Clinical Director – 491, 190
- Primary Health Organisation Manager – 491, 190
- Welfare Centre Manager – 491, 190
- Health and Welfare Services Managers nec – 491, 190
- School Principal – 491, 190
- Regional Education Manager – 491
- Education Managers nec – 491, 190
- ICT Project Manager – 491, 190
- ICT Project Managers nec – 491, 190
- Arts Administrator or Manager – 491, 190
- Environmental Manager – 491, 190
- Laboratory Manager – 491, 190
- Quality Assurance Manager – 491, 190
- Sports Administrator – 491
- Specialist Managers nec – 491, 190
Hospitality, Retail & Service Managers
- Café and restaurant Manager – 491, 190
- Caravan Park and Camping Ground Manager – 491
- Hotel and Motel Manager – 491, 190
- Accommodation and hospitality Managers nec – 491, 190
- Post Office Manager – 491
- Amusement Centre Manager – 491
- Fitness Centre Manager – 491
- Sports Centre Manager – 491
- Customer Service Manager – 491, 190
- Conference and Event Organiser – 491, 190
- Transport Company Manager – 491
- Cinema or Theatre Manager – 491
- Facility Manager – 491, 190
- Financial Institution Branch Manager – 491
Arts & Media Professionals
- Dancer or Choreographer – 491, 190
- Music Director – 491, 190
- Musician (Instrumental) – 491, 190
- Music Professionals nec – 491, 190
- Photographer – 491, 190
- Artistic Director – 491, 190
- Book or Script Editor – 491, 190
- Director (Film, TV, Radio or Stage) – 491, 190
- Film and Video Editor – 491, 190
- Program Director (TV or Radio) – 491, 190
- Stage Manager – 491, 190
- Technical Director – 491, 190
- Video Producer – 491, 190
- Copywriter – 491, 190
- Newspaper or Periodical Editor – 491, 190
- Print Journalist – 491, 190
- Technical Writer – 491, 190
- TV Journalist – 491, 190
- Journalist and Other Writers nec – 491, 190
Business, Human Resource & Marketing Professionals
- Accountant (General) – 491, 190
- Management Accountant – 491, 190
- Taxation Accountant – 491, 190
- Company Secretary – 491, 190
- External Auditor – 491, 190
- Internal Auditor – 491, 190
- Commodities Trader – 491, 190
- Finance Broker – 491, 190
- Insurance Broker – 491, 190
- Financial Brokers nec – 491, 190
- Financial Market Dealer – 491, 190
- Stockbroking Dealer – 491, 190
- Financial Dealers nec – 491, 190
- Financial Investment Adviser – 491, 190
- Financial Investment Manager – 491, 190
- Human Resource Adviser – 491
- Recruitment Consultant – 491, 190
- Workplace Relations Adviser – 491
- ICT Trainer – 491, 190
- Actuary – 491, 190
- Mathematician – 491, 190
- Statistician – 491, 190
- Gallery or Museum Curator – 491, 190
- Health Information Manager – 491, 190
- Records Manager – 491, 190
- Economist – 491, 190
- Policy Analyst – 491
- Land Economist – 491, 190
- Valuer – 491, 190
- Librarian – 491, 190
- Management Consultant – 491, 190
- Organisation & Methods Analyst – 491, 190
- Liaison Officer – 491
- Patents Examiner – 491, 190
- Information & Organisation Professionals nec – 491, 190
- Advertising Specialist – 491, 190
- Market Research Analyst – 491
- Marketing Specialist – 491, 190
- ICT Account Manager – 491, 190
- ICT Business Development Manager – 491, 190
- ICT Sales Representative – 491, 190
- Public Relations Professional – 491, 190
- Technical Sales Representatives nec – 491, 190
Design, Engineering, Science & Transport Professionals
- Aeroplane Pilot – 491
- Flying Instructor – 491
- Helicopter Pilot – 491
- Ship Master – 491
- Architect – 491, 190
- Landscape Architect – 491, 190
- Surveyor – 491, 190
- Cartographer – 491, 190
- Other Spatial Scientist – 491, 190
- Fashion Designer – 491
- Industrial Designer – 491, 190
- Jewellery Designer – 491, 190
- Graphic Designer – 491, 190
- Illustrator – 491, 190
- Multimedia Designer – 491
- Web Designer – 491, 190
- Interior Designer – 491, 190
- Urban and Regional planner – 491, 190
- Chemical Engineer – 491, 190
- Materials Engineer – 491, 190
- Civil Engineer – 491, 190
- Geotechnical Engineer – 491, 190
- Quantity Surveyor – 491, 190
- Structural Engineer – 491, 190
- Transport Engineer – 491, 190
- Electrical Engineer – 491, 190
- Electronics Engineer – 491, 190
- Industrial Engineer – 491, 190
- Mechanical Engineer – 491, 190
- Production or Plant Engineer – 491, 190
- Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) – 491, 190
- Petroleum Engineer – 491, 190
- Aeronautical Engineer – 491, 190
- Agricultural Engineer – 491, 190
- Biomedical Engineer – 491, 190
- Engineering Technologist – 491, 190
- Environment Engineer – 491, 190
- Naval Architect – 491, 190
- Engineering Professionals nec – 491, 190
- Agricultural Consultant – 491, 190
- Agricultural Scientist – 491, 190
- Forester – 491, 190
- Chemist – 491, 190
- Food Technologist – 491, 190
- Wine Maker – 491
- Conservation Officer – 491
- Environmental Consultant – 491, 190
- Environmental Research Scientist – 491, 190
- Environmental Scientist Nec – 491, 190
- Geologist – 491, 190
- Geophysicist – 491, 190
- Hydrogeologist – 491, 190
- Life Scientist (General) – 491, 190
- Biochemist – 491, 190
- Biotechnologist – 491, 190
- Botanist – 491, 190
- Marine Biologist – 491, 190
- Microbiologist – 491, 190
- Zoologist – 491, 190
- Life Scientist nec – 491, 190
- Medical Laboratory Scientist – 491, 190
- Veterinarian – 491, 190
- Conservator – 491, 190
- Metallurgist – 491, 190
- Meteorologist – 491, 190
- Physicist (non-medical) – 491, 190
- Exercise – 491
- Natural and Physical Science Professionals nec – 491, 190
Education Professionals
- Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher – 491, 190
- Primary School Teach – 491, 190
- Middle School Teacher – 491, 190
- Secondary School Teacher – 491, 190
- Special Needs Teacher – 491, 190
- Teacher of the Hearing Impaired – 491, 190
- Teacher of the Sight Impaired – 491, 190
- Special Education Teachers nec – 491, 190
- University Lecturer – 491, 190
- Vocational Education Teacher (Non-Trades) – 491, 190
- Vocational Education Teacher (Trades) – 491, 190
- Education Adviser – 491, 190
- Art Teacher (Private Tuition) – 491, 190
- Dance Teacher (Private Tuition) – 491, 190
- Music Teacher (Private Tuition) – 491, 190
- Private Tutors and Teachers nec – 491, 190
- Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages – 491, 190
Health Professionals
- Dietitian – 491, 190
- Nutritionist – 491, 190
- Medical Diagnostic Radiographer – 491, 190
- Medical Radiation Therapist – 491, 190
- Nuclear Medicine Technologist – 491, 190
- Sonographer – 491, 190
- Environmental Health Officer – 491
- Occupational Health and Safety Advisor – 491, 190
- Optometrist – 491, 190
- Orthoptist – 491, 190
- Hospital Pharmacist – 491, 190
- Industrial Pharmacist – 491, 190
- Retail Pharmacist – 491, 190
- Health Promotion Officer – 491, 190
- Orthotist or Prosthetist – 491, 190
- Health Diagnostic and Promotion Professionals nec – 491, 190
- Chiropractor – 491, 190
- Osteopath – 491, 190
- Acupuncturist – 491, 190
- Naturopath – 491, 190
- Traditional Chinese Medicine Practitioner – 491, 190
- Complementary Health Therapist nec – 491, 190
- Dental Specialist – 491, 190
- Dentist – 491
- Occupational Therapist – 491, 190
- Physiotherapist – 491, 190
- Podiatrist – 491, 190
- Audiologist – 491, 190
- Speech Pathologist – 491, 190
- General Practitioner – 491, 190
- Resident Medical Officer – 491, 190
- Anaesthetist – 491
- Specialist Physician (General Medicine) – 491, 190
- Cardiologist – 491, 190
- Clinical Haematologist – 491, 190
- Medical Oncologist – 491, 190
- Endocrinologist – 491, 190
- Gastroenterologist – 491, 190
- Intensive Care Specialist – 491, 190
- Neurologist – 491, 190
- Paediatrician – 491, 190
- Renal Medicine Specialist – 491, 190
- Rheumatologist – 491, 190
- Thoracic Medicine Specialist – 491, 190
- Specialist Physicians nec – 491, 190
- Psychiatrist – 491, 190
- Surgeon (General) – 491, 190
- Cardiothoracic Surgeon – 491, 190
- Neurosurgeon – 491, 190
- Orthopaedic Surgeon – 491, 190
- Otorhinolaryngologist – 491, 190
- Paediatric Surgeon – 491, 190
- Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon – 491, 190
- Urologist – 491, 190
- Vascular Surgeon – 491, 190
- Dermatologist – 491, 190
- Emergency Medicine Specialist – 491, 190
- Obstetrician and Gynaecologist – 491, 190
- Ophthalmologist – 491, 190
- Pathologist – 491, 190
- Diagnostic & Interventional Radiologist – 491, 190
- Radiation Oncologist – 491, 190
- Medical Practitioners nec – 491, 190
- Midwife – 491, 190
- Nurse Educator – 491, 190
- Nurse Researcher – 491, 190
- Nurse Manager – 491, 190
- Nurse Practitioner – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Aged Care) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Child & Family Health) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (community Health) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Critical Care & Emergency) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Disability & Rehabilitation) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Medical) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Mental Health) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Perioperative) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Surgical) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse (Paediatrics) – 491, 190
- Registered Nurse nec – 491, 190
ICT Professionals
- ICT Business Analyst – 491, 190
- Systems Analyst – 491, 190
- Multimedia Specialist – 491, 190
- Web Developer – 491, 190
- Analyst Programmer – 491, 190
- Software engineer – 491, 190
- Software Tester – 491, 190
- Software and Applications Programmers nec – 491, 190
- Database Administrator – 491, 190
- ICT Security Specialist – 491, 190
- Systems Administrator – 491, 190
- Computer Networks and Systems Engineer – 491, 190
- Network Administrator – 491, 190
- Network Analyst – 491, 190
- ICT Quality Assurance Engineer – 491, 190
- ICT Support Engineer – 491, 190
- ICT Systems Test Engineer – 491, 190
- ICT Support and Test Engineers Nec – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Engineer – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Network Engineer – 491, 190
Legal, Social & Welfare Professionals
- Barrister – 491, 190
- Intellectual Property Lawyer – 491
- Judicial and Other Legal Professionals Nec – 491, 190
- Solicitor – 491, 190
- Careers Counsellor – 491, 190
- Drug and Alcohol Counsellor – 491, 190
- Family and Marriage Counsellor – 491, 190
- Rehabilitation Counsellor – 491, 190
- Student Counsellor – 491, 190
- Counsellors nec – 491, 190
- Clinical Psychologist – 491, 190
- Educational Psychologist – 491, 190
- Organisational Psychologist – 491, 190
- Psychotherapist – 491, 190
- Psychologists nec – 491, 190
- Interpreter – 491, 190
- Translator – 491
- Social Professionals Nec – 491, 190
- Social Worker – 491, 190
- Community Arts Worker – 491
- Recreation Officer – 491, 190
- Welfare Worker – 491, 190
Engineering, ICT & Science Technicians
- Agricultural Technician – 491
- Anaesthetic Technician – 491, 190
- Cardiac Technician – 491, 190
- Medical Laboratory Technician – 491, 190
- Operating Theatre Technician – 491
- Pharmacy Technician – 491, 190
- Pathology Collector – 491
- Medical Technicians nec – 491, 190
- Meat Inspector – 491, 190
- Primary Products Inspectors Nec – 491, 190
- Chemistry Technician – 491, 190
- Earth Science Technician – 491, 190
- Life Science Technician – 491, 190
- Science Technicians nec – 491, 190
- Architectural Draftsperson – 491, 190
- Building Inspector – 491, 190
- Construction Estimator – 491
- Surveying or Spatial Science Technician – 491
- Architectural, Building and Surveying Technicians nec – 491, 190
- Civil Engineering Draftsperson – 491, 190
- Civil Engineering Technician – 491, 190
- Electrical Engineering Draftsperson – 491, 190
- Electrical Engineering Technician – 491, 190
- Mechanical Engineering Draftsperson – 491
- Mechanical Engineering Technician – 491, 190
- Safety Inspector – 491
- Maintenance Planner – 491
- Metallurgical or Materials Technician – 491, 190
- Mine Deputy – 491, 190
- Building and Engineering Technicians nec – 491
- Hardware Technician – 491, 190
- ICT Customer Support Officer – 491, 190
- Web Administrator – 491, 190
- ICT Support Technician nec – 491, 190
- Radiocommunications Technician – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Field Engineer – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Network Planner – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Technical Officer or Technologist – 491, 190
Automotive & Engineering Trades Workers
- Automotive Electrician – 491, 190
- Motor Mechanic (General) – 491, 190
- Diesel Motor Mechanic – 491, 190
- Motorcycle Mechanic – 491, 190
- Small Engine Mechanic – 491, 190
- Farrier – 491, 190
- Sheetmetal Trades Worker – 491, 190
- Metal Fabricator – 491, 190
- Pressure Welder – 491, 190
- Welder (First Class) – 491, 190
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Avionics) – 491, 190
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Mechanical) – 491, 190
- Aircraft Maintenance Engineer (Structures) – 491, 190
- Fitter (General) – 491, 190
- Fitter and Turner – 491, 190
- Fitter – Welder – 491, 190
- Metal Machinist (First Class) – 491, 190
- Metal Fitters and Machinists nec – 491, 190
- Locksmith – 491, 190
- Precision Instrument Maker and Repairer – 491, 190
- Toolmaker – 491, 190
- Panelbeater – 491, 190
- Vehicle Body Builder – 491, 190
- Vehicle Trimmer – 491, 190
- Vehicle Painter – 491
Construction Trades Workers
- Bricklayer – 491, 190
- Stonemason – 491, 190
- Carpenter and Joiner – 491, 190
- Carpenter – 491, 190
- Joiner – 491, 190
- Floor Finisher – 491
- Painting Trades Worker – 491, 190
- Glazier – 491, 190
- Fibrous Plasterer – 491, 190
- Solid Plaster – 491, 190
- Roof Tiler – 491, 190
- Wall and Floor Tiler – 491, 190
- Plumber (General) – 491, 190
- Air-conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber – 491, 190
- Drainer – 491, 190
- Gasfitter – 491, 190
- Roof Plumber – 491, 190
- Electrician (General) – 491, 190
- Electrician (Special Class) – 491, 190
- Lift Mechanic – 491, 190
- Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic – 491, 190
- Electrician Lines worker – 491
- Technical Cable Jointer – 491, 190
- Business Machine Mechanic – 491, 190
- Electronic Equipment Trades Worker – 491, 190
- Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (General) – 491, 190
- Electronic Instrument Trades Worker (Special Class) – 491, 190
- Cabler (Data and Telecommunications) – 491, 190
- Telecommunications Lines worker – 491, 190
Food Trades Workers
- Baker – 491, 190
- Pastry Cook – 491, 190
- Butcher or Smallgoods Maker – 491, 190
- Chef – 491, 190
- Cook – 491
Skilled Animal & Horticultural Workers
- Dog Handler or Trainer – 491
- Horse Trainer – 491
- Zookeeper – 491
- Animal Attendants and Trainers Nec – 491, 190
- Veterinary Nurse – 491, 190
- Florist – 491, 190
- Gardener (General) – 491
- Arborist – 491, 190
- Landscape Gardener – 491, 190
- Greenkeeper – 491, 190
- Nurseryperson – 491
Other Technicians & Trades Workers
- Hairdresser – 491, 190
- Print Finisher – 491, 190
- Printing Machinist – 491, 190
- Dressmaker or Tailor – 491, 190
- Upholsterer – 491, 190
- Cabinetmaker – 491, 190
- Furniture Finisher – 491, 190
- Wood Machinist – 491, 190
- Wood Machinists and Other Wood Trades Workers nec – 491, 190
- Boat Builder and Repairer – 491, 190
- Shipwright – 491, 190
- Gas or Petroleum Operator – 491
- Power Generation Plant Operator – 491, 190
- Jeweller – 491, 190
- Camera Operator (Film, Television or Video) – 491, 190
- Make Up Artist – 491, 190
- Sound Technician – 491, 190
- Performing Arts Technicians nec – 491, 190
- Signwriter – 491, 190
Health & Welfare Support Workers
- Ambulance Officer – 491, 190
- Intensive Care Ambulance Paramedic – 491, 190
- Dental Hygienist – 491
- Dental Technician – 491, 190
- Dental Therapist – 491
- Diversional Therapist – 491, 190
- Enrolled Nurse – 491
- Massage Therapist – 491
- Community Worker – 491, 190
- Disabilities Services Officer – 491, 190
- Family Support Worker – 491, 190
- Residential Care Officer – 491, 190
- Youth Worker – 491, 190
Protective Services Workers
- Emergency Service Worker – 491
Sports & Personal Service Workers
- Driving Instructor – 491
- Funeral Workers Nec – 491
- Flight Attendant – 491
- First Aid Trainer – 491
- Diving Instructor (Open Water) – 491, 190
- Gymnastics Coach or Instructor – 491, 190
- Horse Riding Coach or Instructor – 491, 190
- Swimming Coach or Instructor – 491, 190
- Tennis Coach – 491, 190
- Other Sports Coach or Instructor – 491, 190
- Sports Development Officer – 491, 190
- Footballer – 491, 190
- Jockey – 491, 190
- Sportspersons nec – 491, 190
Office Managers & Program Administrators
- Contract Administrator – 491, 190
- Program or Project Administrator – 491, 190
Other Clerical and Administrative Workers
- Insurance Loss Adjuster – 491, 190
- Clinical Coder – 491
Sales Representatives & Agents
- Insurance Agent – 491, 190
- Property Manager – 491
- Real Estate Representative – 491
Sales Support Workers
- Retail Buyer – 491, 190
If you have found your occupation under the SA Skilled Occupation Lists and you think you might qualify for a Regional Visa in the State, please e-mail us and we will create a strategy to increase your chances of migrating to Australia in 2022 or 2023.
visas@bravomigration.com.au
