Australia’s Latest Invitation Round Outcomes – November 2024
November 13, 2024
by 
Neetu Sharma
in Australia Immigration News, Australian Migration Strategy & Policy, Skilled Migration News
Neetu Sharma
in Australia Immigration News, Australian Migration Strategy & Policy, Skilled Migration News
Australia has introduced new changes to its migration laws, offering protection to secondary applicants in the skilled visa category The Department of Home Affairs has released the outcomes of the latest SkillSelect invitation round held on 7 November 2024. Here’s an overview of the results and key insights into Australia’s skilled migration program.
Overview of Invitation Rounds
Invitation rounds are conducted periodically during the program year for:
- Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – Family Sponsored
State or territory government nominations for skilled visas are not influenced by these rounds.
Key Results from 7 November 2024 Invitation Round
| Visa Subclass | Total Invitations Issued | Tie-Break Date (Month/Year) |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | 15,000 | 01/2023 |
| Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) – Family Sponsored | 0 | N/A |
Minimum Scores by Occupation (Subclass 189)
| Category | Occupation | Minimum Score |
|---|---|---|
| Accounting and Finance | Accountant (General) | 95 |
| Actuary | 85 | |
| Economist | 90 | |
| Management Accountant | 95 | |
| Taxation Accountant | 85 | |
| External Auditor | 85 | |
| Internal Auditor | 90 | |
| Primary Health Organisation Manager | 95 | |
| Engineering | Aeronautical Engineer | 85 |
| Agricultural Engineer | 90 | |
| Civil Engineer | 85 | |
| Electrical Engineer | 85 | |
| Mechanical Engineer | 85 | |
| Mining Engineer (excluding Petroleum) | 90 | |
| Petroleum Engineer | 85 | |
| Structural Engineer | 70 | |
| Transport Engineer | 70 | |
| Telecommunications Engineer | 85 | |
| IT and Technology | Analyst Programmer | 85 |
| Developer Programmer | 95 | |
| ICT Business Analyst | 95 | |
| ICT Security Specialist | 95 | |
| Software Engineer | 95 | |
| Systems Analyst | 95 | |
| Computer Network and Systems Engineer | 95 | |
| Multimedia Specialist | 85 | |
| Medical and Healthcare | Audiologist | 75 |
| Biochemist | 90 | |
| Cardiothoracic Surgeon | 85 | |
| Clinical Psychologist | 75 | |
| Dermatologist | 75 | |
| General Practitioner | 75 | |
| Medical Laboratory Scientist | 75 | |
| Psychiatrist | 75 | |
| Physiotherapist | 75 | |
| Registered Nurse (General Categories) | 70-75 | |
| Science and Research | Agricultural Scientist | 90 |
| Environmental Consultant | 90 | |
| Environmental Research Scientist | 90 | |
| Marine Biologist | 90 | |
| Zoologist | 90 | |
| Trades and Technicians | Airconditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber | 70 |
| Electrician (General) | 65 | |
| Carpenter | 65 | |
| Welder (First Class) | 70 | |
| Cabinetmaker | 65 | |
| Education | Secondary School Teacher | 70 |
| Special Needs Teacher | 70 | |
| University Lecturer | 90 | |
| Others | Architect | 70 |
| Dancer or Choreographer | 90 | |
| Solicitor | 85 | |
| Social Worker | 70 |
State and Territory Nominations (July – October 2024)
| Visa Subclass | ACT | NSW | NT | Qld | SA | Tas | Vic | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | 182 | 188 | 120 | 53 | 994 | 519 | 843 | 268 |
| Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) – State Nominated (491) | 119 | 23 | 93 | 41 | 148 | 152 | 560 | 232 |
Program Year Summary (2024-25)
| Visa Subclass | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | 0 | 0 | 7,973 | 0 | 15,000 |
| Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) – Family Sponsored (491) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
In Summary:
- The 15,000 invitations for the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) highlight strong demand for highly skilled migrants.
- Occupation ceilings, designed to balance diversity in skilled migration, apply to specific groups but not to state-nominated visas (subclass 190 and 491).
- Registered nurses and trades like Carpenters and Bricklayers remain crucial for meeting workforce gaps, as seen by their lower minimum scores.
Stay updated as Australia continues to refine its skilled migration strategies to address labor shortages and support economic growth!
