Western Australia State Nominated Migration Program

About the WA State Nominated Migration Program

The Western Australia State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) enables the WA State Government to nominate skilled migrants to meet labour market needs across key industries.

Eligible applicants may be nominated for:

• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)– Permanent Residence
• Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)– Regional pathway to PR

State nomination provides additional points under the General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test and improves the likelihood of receiving a visa invitation.

Migration Streams

1. General Stream

For skilled workers with relevant experience in occupations listed on the WA Skilled Migration Occupation List (WASMOL):

• Schedule 1– Higher priority occupations
• Schedule 2– Occupations with specific eligibility conditions

2. Graduate Stream

For international graduates who have completed eligible qualifications in Western Australia and meet Graduate Stream study requirements.

Eligible Visa Subclasses

• Subclass 190– Skilled Nominated (Permanent)
• Subclass 491– Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)

Applicants must meet all Department of Home Affairs requirements for the chosen visa subclass.

Overview of Requirements – 2025–26

The table below outlines the stream-wise eligibility requirements for the WA SNMP across both eligible visa subclasses.

Stream-wise Eligibility Overview

Requirement	General Stream – WASMOL Schedule 1	General Stream – WASMOL Schedule 2	Graduate Stream
Visa Type	190 / 491	190 / 491	190 / 491
Meet Department of Home Affairs eligibility requirements for the intended visa subclass
Nominated occupation available on the relevant WA occupation list
Meet minimum English language requirements
At least one year Australian OR one year overseas work experience in the nominated (or closely related)
Full-time employment contract in WA for a minimum of six months in the nominated (or closely related) occupation*	(190 )	(190 only)
Obtained a Certificate III level or above qualification from an accredited WA educational institution
Meet all Graduate Stream study requirements

Important Notes

• Applicants must first lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI)in SkillSelect and meet Department of Home Affairs criteria before applying for WA State Nomination.
• For General Stream – WASMOL Schedule 2, a full-time WA job offer is mandatory for Subclass 190, but not required for Subclass 491.
• Applicants invited through a WA building and construction industry sector occupation, as listed on the WA State Nomination Occupation Lists, are not required to hold a contract of employment.
• State nomination does not guarantee visa grant. Final decisions rest with the Department of Home Affairs.

Application Process

1. Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI)in SkillSelect
2. Receive an invitation from WA Migration Services
3. Submit WA State Nomination application
4. Apply for the visa with the Department of Home Affairs

Why Choose WA State Nomination?

• Extra points under the GSM points test
• Priority consideration for skilled visas
• High demand across construction, healthcare, IT, education, and trades
• Clear pathway to Australian permanent residence

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