Sonographer — Western Australia Nomination

Sonographer in Western Australia — nomination overview

Sonographer (ANZSCO 251214) appears on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) and is eligible for state nomination in Western Australia under the Western Australian Skilled Migration program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Western Australia opens invitations for this occupation. WA has a well-documented shortage of sonographers across Perth hospitals, regional health services, and private obstetric and cardiac imaging clinics, making this a priority recruitment occupation. Professional registration is administered by the Medical Radiation Practice Board of Australia (MRPBA) through AHPRA. Overseas qualifications are assessed and English language requirements must be satisfied before general AHPRA registration. Registration is required before commencing sonography employment in any Australian state. 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 transitioning to permanent residence via the Subclass 191 visa. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491. Processing in Western Australia typically takes one to three months. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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