Economist — South Australia Nomination
South Australia Skilled Visa Nomination · Adelaide
At a glance
- Program
- South Australia Skilled Visa Nomination
- Currently open
- Yes (per latest data — verify with state program)
- Capital
- Adelaide
- Program notes
- Talent and Innovators streams alongside the broader skilled occupation list. Strong focus on candidates with prior connection to South Australia.
Official program page: https://migration.sa.gov.au
Skills assessment
For Economist, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Economist in South Australia — nomination overview
Economist (ANZSCO 224311) is listed on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in South Australia under the South Australia Skilled and Business Migration program. SkillSelect candidates with a valid Expression of Interest may be invited when South Australia opens a relevant nomination round. South Australia nominates Economists to fill analytical and advisory roles across government, universities, consulting firms, and industries such as defence, agriculture, and energy in Adelaide and regional South Australia. Both the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa are available. A successful Subclass 190 nomination adds five points to the SkillSelect score; the Subclass 491 leads to permanent residence via the Subclass 191 after three years of regional employment and residence. VETASSESS assesses qualifications and work experience for Economist. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test. Health and character requirements apply. Nomination processing in South Australia typically takes six to ten weeks. Standard visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs after a successful nomination offer. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Economist
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that South Australia nominates.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.