In the 2023-24 program year, state and territory nomination allocations define the number of new primary applicants that each region can nominate for specific visa categories. These allocations encompass fresh applications and additions to existing caseloads.
Nomination Allocations Insight:
It's vital to clarify that allocation numbers don't reflect the total visa applicant count within these categories, nor do they limit the total granted visas. The Department of Home Affairs manages applications while adhering to planned Migration Program levels and skilled visa processing priorities.
Here's a summary of the 202324 nomination allocations:
| State | Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) visa | Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa |
|---|
| ACT | 600 | 600 |
| NSW | 2,650 | 1,500 |
| NT | 250 | 400 |
| QLD | 900 | 650 |
| SA | 1,100 | 1,200 |
| TAS | 600 | 600 |
| VIC | 2,700 | 600 |
| WA | 1,500 | 850 |
| Total | 10,300 | 6,400 |
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