Nurse Researcher — Western Australia Nomination

Nurse Researcher in Western Australia — nomination overview

Nurse Researcher (ANZSCO 254212) is listed on the Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and is eligible for state nomination in Western Australia under the Western Australia State Nomination program. Skilled migrants with a valid SkillSelect Expression of Interest may be invited to apply once Western Australia opens invitations for this occupation. WA accepts offshore and onshore applicants, with labour market needs driven by health, resources, and infrastructure sectors. Skills assessment through the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Accreditation Council (ANMAC) is required, evaluating overseas nursing and midwifery qualifications and clinical experience in nursing research methodology, evidence-based practice, and clinical knowledge translation against Australian registration standards. Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through an approved test and satisfy health and character requirements. Two 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 a Subclass 191 permanent visa application. State nomination adds five points for Subclass 190 or fifteen points for Subclass 491 to the applicant's points test score. Processing in Western Australia typically takes one to three months, and visa fees are payable to the Department of Home Affairs. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.

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