Get the most recent information on WA’s State Nominated Migration Program, including invites for December 2024, EOI profiles, priority sectors, and trends for the year thus far.

December 2024 State Nominated Migration Program Update

An study of invitation numbers, EOI profiles, and year-to-date program progress are all included in this update, which offers a thorough assessment of invites sent out for the State Nominated Migration Program on December 13, 2024. It also identifies priority industries, prerequisites, and important points to help applicants.

Invitations Breakdown by Visa Subclass

General Stream and Graduate Stream

Stream	Visa Subclass	Invitations Issued
General Stream	190	450
	491	450
WASMOL Schedule 1	190	600
	491	600
Graduate Stream	190	340
	491	335
Vocational Education	190	105
	491	115

EOI Profiles for Last Invited Applicants

Priority WA Industry Sectors

Building and construction, healthcare and social assistance, hospitality and tourism, and education and training are among the priority sectors.

Stream	Visa Subclass	State of Residence	EOI Points	Submission Date
General Stream	190	Offshore or other Australian states	85	24/06/2024
	491	Offshore or other Australian states	95	04/03/2024
	190	Western Australia	70	04/09/2024
	491	Western Australia	85	07/08/2024
Graduate Stream	190	Western Australia (Bachelor’s Degree)	65	24/10/2024
	491	Western Australia (Bachelor’s Degree)	65	13/11/2024
	190	Western Australia (Cert III/IV)	65	25/11/2024
	491	Western Australia (Diploma)	75	21/11/2024

Other Occupations on WASMOL and GOL

Stream	Visa Subclass	State of Residence	Qualification Level	EOI Points	Submission Date
Graduate Stream	190	Western Australia	PhD or Master’s Degree	95	27/11/2024
	491	Western Australia	PhD or Master’s Degree	105	04/11/2024
	190	Western Australia	Advanced Diploma	70	22/06/2023

Key Observations and Trends

1. Focus on WA Priority Sectors:

Invitations still give preference to candidates working in sectors like healthcare, education, and construction that are vital to Western Australia’s economic development.

2. Higher Points for Offshore Applicants:

Higher points were needed by offshore candidates in the general stream, especially for subclass 491, suggesting more rivalry.

3. Graduate Stream Pathways:

In Western Australia, the graduate stream is still a viable option for qualified persons, especially those with bachelor’s degrees and those who have completed vocational education.

4. EOI Submission Timing:

Higher EOI points are associated with earlier submission dates, indicating that proactive submissions increase the likelihood of being selected.

2024–25 Program Year Invitations Issued

The monthly invitations sent out for each stream and visa subclass are listed in the table below.

General Stream WASMOL Schedule 1

Month	190 Invitations	491 Invitations
July	–	–
August	100	100
September	100	100
October	125	125
November	200	200
December	450	450
Total	975	975

General Stream WASMOL Schedule 2

Month	190 Invitations	491 Invitations
July	–	–
August	100	100
September	100	100
October	150	150
November	500	500
December	600	600
Total	1,450	1,450

Graduate Stream (Higher Education)

Month	190 Invitations	491 Invitations
July	–	–
August	75	75
September	125	125
October	75	75
November	213	212
December	340	335

Graduate Stream (Vocational Education and Training)

Month	190 Invitations	491 Invitations
July	–	–
August	25	25
September	46	100
October	50	50
November	85	89
December	105	115
Total	311	379

Important Notes

1. Caps and Limits: Potential quotas or caps for particular occupations and visa subclasses are not included in the data.

2. EOI Scoring: Particularly for applicants from overseas, more scores continue to increase the likelihood of being selected.

3. Further Information: The official Expression of Interest (EOI) documents, which include comprehensive breakdowns by occupation and qualifying requirements, are recommended reading for applicants.

By understanding these trends and updates, applicants can better position themselves for success in the State Nominated Migration Program.