New South Wales Migration Update- NSW will focus on Priority Sectors instead of Skilled Occupation Lists

In the past, NSW provided a list of in-demand skills by specifying ANZSCO unit groups. However, as of now, the state is focusing on the priority sectors that require skilled professionals.

NSW Nomination process

The selection-based invitation process is implemented by NSW to make certain that the nominees from the region align with the skill requirements of the state's economy. It's crucial to note that direct applications for NSW nomination are not accepted.

NSW Target Sectors for program year 2023-2024

The sectors NSW migration has recognised align closely with the skills shortages in NSW and include: 

• Health 

• Education 

• Information and Communication Technology (ICT) 

• Infrastructure  

• Agriculture

While the state of New South Wales is placing a primary emphasis on specific sectors for the current program year, it is worth making a note that EOIs (Expressions of Interest) with high rankings in non-priority sectors may still be taken into consideration.

Nonetheless, given the extraordinary demand and the limited number of available spots, the state strongly advises individuals anticipating NSW nomination to thoroughly explore all other migration avenues that may be open to them.

Key Eligibility requirements

To apply for NSW nomination and get ITA, at a minimum, you must fulfil the following basic criteria:

• Visa eligibility: You must fulfil all visa requirements outlined by DHA for this visa 
• Skills assessment: You need to have a valid skills assessment launch in an occupation on the eligible skilled occupation list launch for this visa
• Residency: You must be either currently residing: 
  • in NSW and have continuously resided in NSW for a minimum period of 6 months; or
  • offshore and have continuously resided offshore for a minimum period of 6 months

Skilled Invitation Rounds   

Invitation rounds are crucial part of the NSW nomination process. Here is what you need to know: 

• Schedule: Invitation rounds will continue throughout the fiscal year, and specific dates for these rounds are not pre-established or publicly disclosed.
• Evaluation: NSW takes consider various criteria when assessing EOIs. These criteria encompass your points total, proficiency in the English language, and your professional work experience. EOIs submitted in the NSW Priority Sectors mentioned earlier will be given preference.
• Invitation: The decision to extend invitations for NSW nomination rests entirely with the NSW Government.
• EOI Submission Date: The timing of your SkillSelect EOI submission or modifications has no bearing on your probability of receiving an invitation.

Promoting Regional Growth

The promotion of regional development continues to be a key focus in this program year. State’s regional skilled migration initiative is crafted to benefit regional businesses in luring skilled professionals. Details concerning the relaunch of this program will be shared once NSW have completed the processing of all applications from the prior fiscal year.

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To check your points and eligibility to apply for immigration to Australia this year, you may contact Visas Avenue Australia migration expert on Toll-Free No. 78-18-000-777 or you can send us an e-mail at info@visasavenue.com

- Rajneesh Kumar