Migration

South Australia’s economy is growing at an incredible rate, with over $20bn of capital expenditure in the immediate pipeline. So the state is actively encouraging skilled people with tertiary qualifications to become permanent members of the community. For a full list of skills shortages in South Australia, visit ImmigrationSA.

For up-to-date information about Australia's skilled migration program, visit the Department of Immigration and Citizenship's website. 

Bonus points for permanent residency

If you’ve completed a degree, diploma or trade qualification here in Adelaide, the South Australian Government knows you’ve reached one of the world’s highest standards of education. To this end, it will award you five bonus points towards any application you make for permanent migration. These points are in addition to points awarded for holding a tertiary qualification.

Adelaide is the only mainland Australian capital city that has regional status. This means you have greater chance of eventually gaining permanent residency by studying in South Australia.

Who is eligible for skilled migration?

To apply, you need to be a recent graduate overseas student who has:

• Gained an Australian degree, diploma or trade qualification while in Australia studying at a South Australian Educational Institution
• Studied full time for at least two years towards an award in SA 
• Made application for migration within six months of successfully completing that qualification 
• Acquired a positive skills assessment relevant to the course you’ve completed

Other visa options you may want to consier are State-Sponsored and Employer sponsored.

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