In one of the latest updates coming in, there are some occupations changes made in South and as well in Western Australia sponsorship programs. The updates are for subclass 190/489 state sponsored visas.
Western Australia Sponsorship Update
The news is that the Western Australian skilled migration occupation list is now restricted: ANZSCO - 253112 - Resident medical officer. As a result, people with restricted occupation cannot apply for or receive a state sponsorship for the said occupation. However, if you have already received an invitation to apply for the visa, your application will not be affected.
South Australia Sponsorship Update
The requirement for 254418 - Registered Nurse (Medical) is in Medium Availability stage and the IELTS requirements is 7.0 in each band or OET B in each component PLUS 3 years work experience in field as per Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council.
Every occupation goes through 3 stages ie., high, medium and low availability. Low availability represents that the requirement for this occupations can be closed anytime. It is advisable for the applicants to submit the applications at the earliest, to ensure the opportunity is not missed.
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