he Australian Immigration Planning Levels have just been released.
This give everyone a clear guidance on the visas where there are opportunites in 2024.
| Visa Stream | Visa Category | 2022-23 Planning levels | 2023-24 Planning levels |
|---|---|---|---|
| Skill | Employer Sponsored 186 | 35,000 | 36,825 |
| Skilled Independent 189 | 32,100 | 30,375 | |
| Regional 491 and 494 | 34,000 | 32,300 | |
| State/Territory Nominated 190 | 31,000 | 30,400 | |
| Business Innovation & Investment 188 siv | 5,000 | 1,900 | |
| Global Talent (Independent) | 5,000 | 5,000 | |
| Distinguished Talent | 300 | 300 | |
| Skill Total | 142,400 | 137,100 |
So it really is the case of the same high level of opportunity than in 2023.
In the GSM space, points based 189 190 and 491, this means get ready with skills assessment and English and EOI done.
Because you need an EOI in it to win it.
Some things to consider – the mega round of 189 really cleared out the applcants and brought the points down. With another 30,000 189s, then still plenty of offshore opportunity.
The Global talent and Distinguished talents the same.
The Business visas, with only 1900 spots may go fast, Expect the states to get fussy.
With the planning levels set, then the action might start pretty fast after 1 July 2023