Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages — 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 Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages, the assessing authority for migration purposes is VETASSESS.
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages in South Australia — nomination overview
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages (ANZSCO 249311) appears on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and is eligible for state nomination in South Australia under the South Australian Skilled Migration program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once South Australia opens invitations for this occupation. South Australia receives significant migrant and humanitarian entrant populations, creating consistent demand for ESOL educators across TAFE SA, public schools, and community English programs. Skills assessment is conducted by VETASSESS, which evaluates overseas qualifications and teaching experience in English language instruction for speakers of other languages. CELTA, DELTA, or a recognised TESOL qualification is considered alongside practical teaching experience. English language proficiency and health and character requirements apply. Two nomination pathways are available: the Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa, granting permanent residence on grant, and the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa, a provisional visa requiring three years of regional residence and employment before the applicant can apply for the Subclass 191 permanent visa. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in South Australia typically takes a few weeks to two months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Visa pathways for Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
All visa subclasses this occupation qualifies for, including the Subclass 190 and 491 pathways that South Australia nominates.