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Queensland Skilled Migration Program Update
Queensland Skilled Migration Program Update
Queensland Skilled Migration Program Update
Migration Queensland has officially closed its 2024–25 Skilled State Nominated Migration Program (SNMP) as of May 27, 2025.
Closed pathways:
Onshore
Graduate
Offshore
Regional Small Business Owner
Applications already under assessment will continue to be processed.
Subclass 888 Business Innovation and Investment visa nominations remain open.
Queensland State Nomination Process – Skilled Migration Overview
Queensland offers state nomination through the Skilled Migration Program, helping skilled workers, graduates, and business owners move to and work in the state. State nomination adds significant points to your visa application and shows that a state government supports your settlement in Australia.
Eligibility for Queensland State Nomination:
To be considered for nomination, you typically need to meet both federal and state-level requirements, which differ depending on your pathway. Here's a breakdown of key eligibility requirements:
1.General Criteria:
A valid Expression of Interest (EOI) lodged via SkillSelect.
A skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
A minimum points score (usually 65+, but often higher depending on occupation competitiveness).
Meet English language requirements.
Relevant work experience (varies by occupation).
2.Specific Pathways:
Queensland has several nomination streams:
Pathway | Who It's For | Additional Requirements |
|---|---|---|
Onshore Skilled | Applicants already living and working in Queensland | Must be employed in a nominated occupation |
Offshore Skilled | Skilled professionals outside Australia | Occupation must be in demand in QLD |
Postgraduate (Graduate) | Recent graduates from Queensland universities | Must have completed a degree and meet work/study requirements |
Small Business Owner (SBO) | Migrants who own and operate a small business in regional QLD | Must purchase and operate an existing business |
Business & Investor Stream (Subclass 188/888) | Business owners, investors, and entrepreneurs | Financial thresholds and business background required |
Check eligibility:Ensure your occupation is on the Queensland Skilled Occupation List (QSOL) and that you meet federal/QLD criteria.
Lodge an EOI on Skill Select
Select Queensland as your preferred state and choose the appropriate visa subclass (e.g., 190, 491).
Submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) (when open)
This step allows Migration Queensland to consider you for nomination.
Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
If selected, you’ll receive an email from Migration Queensland with instructions to lodge a nomination application.
Submit Nomination Application to Migration Queensland
Provide detailed documentation and pay the application fee.
Receive State Nomination
If approved, Queensland will nominate you via SkillSelect.
Apply for your Skilled Visa with the Department of Home Affairs
After receiving nomination, you can proceed to lodge your visa application.
Important Notes
State nomination is competitive and subject to quotas set by the Australian Government.
Priority may be given to certain occupations and regions based on labour market needs.
Meeting minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation.
Program Status
As of May 27, 2025, Queensland's 2024–25 program has closed. Only Subclass 888 business nominations remain open. Migration Queensland is expected to announce details of the 2025–26 program soon.
