Canberra Invites 285 applicants to the latest Canberra Matrix Draw

Canberra recently conducted its first draw of September 15, 2023 under the Canberra Matrix invitation round. In this draw, a total of 285 invitations were issued to candidates, comprising both international applicants and residents of Canberra.

Among these invitations, 173 were granted to individuals located outside Australia, while 112 invitations were extended to residents of Canberra who were eligible to apply for nominations in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT).

The invitations were distributed among candidates applying for visas under subclasses 491 and 190, with 187 invitations extended to Subclass 491 applicants and 98 invitations to Subclass 190 applicants.

Canberra residents

Matrix nominating Small Business Owners

• 190 nominations: 4 invitations
• 190 minimum matrix score: 100
• 491 nominations: 2 invitations
• 491 minimum matrix score: 75

Matrix nominating 457 / 482 visa holders

• 190 nominations: 1 invitation
• 491 nominations: 1 invitation

Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations

• 190 nominations: 50 invitations
• 491 nominations: 54 invitations

• Overseas applicants

Matrix nominating Critical Skill Occupations:

• 190 nominations: 43 invitations
• 491 nominations: 130 invitations

2023-2024 Allocation of ACT Nomination Places

Skilled Nominated (subclass 190) visa: 600 places

Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491) visa: 600 places

Application Count on 18 September 2023

Total approvals: 564 approvals

• 190 Nominations: 324 approvals
• 491 Nominations: 240 approvals

Total refusals: 95 applications

• 190 Nominations: 37 refusals (8%)
• 491 Nominations: 58 refusals (29%)

Remaining Allocation 2023-2024

Total allocation remaining: 636 nomination places (71 per month)

• 190 Nominations: 277 (pro rata 31 per month)
• 491 Nominations: 359 (pro rata 40 per month)

Submission Eligibility

Who Can Submit a Submission?

Canberra extends invitations to applicants who have submitted applications for both a Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and a Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).

• Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) allows permanent residency in Australia. To qualify, your name must be put forward by a State or Territory administration. The Department of Home Affairs issues the visa invitation based on this nomination.

Two-Year Commitment

If the ACT (Australian Capital Territory) nominates you for a 190 visa, you must reside and work in Canberra for at least two years after receiving your visa. This requirement extends to two years from your arrival date in Canberra if you are migrating from outside Canberra.

• Skilled Regional Work Visa (Subclass 491)

Skilled workers can live and work in regional Australia for up to five years with the Skilled Regional Work Visa (subclass 491). A state or territorial agency must propose you, and the Department of Home Affairs issues the visa invitation.

Two-Year Commitment

For a 491 visa nominated by the ACT, you must live and work in Canberra for a minimum of two years after receiving your visa. This also applies if you are immigrating from outside Australia.

ACT Nomination Process

Step 1: Eligibility Check

Ensure you meet the eligibility requirements for ACT nomination.

Step 2: Express Interest

Complete the Canberra Matrix to express your interest.

Step 3: Selection and Ranking

Wait for your Matrix to be chosen and ranked.

Step 4: Nomination Form Submission

If selected, submit an ACT nomination form.

Step 5: Evaluation

Your application is evaluated.

Step 6: Visa Application

Apply for the ACT-nominated visa

Submitting the Canberra Matrix

Step 1: Check Eligibility

Review ACT nomination requirements for your chosen pathway to confirm eligibility for Matrix points.

Step 2: Personal Details

Enter your personal information

Step 3: Visa Selection

Choose between ACT 190 or ACT 491.

Step 4: Canberra Residency

Indicate whether the applicant is a resident of Canberra.

Step 5: Doctorate Streamlined Nomination

Select “Doctorate Streamlined nomination” and answer yes or no.

Step 6: Submission

If Doctorate Streamlined = yes, submit the matrix.

Step 7: Matrix Completion

Complete the Canberra Matrix if you are a foreign applicant or a resident of Canberra, following the appropriate category selection from the drop-down box (does not apply to Doctorate Streamlined).

Ensure that the evidence supporting your Matrix point’s claims reflects their accuracy as of the Matrix submission date.

Submission Confirmation

After submitting the Matrix, you will receive an email summarizing the claimed Matrix Score.

When is the next invitation round for immigration expected?

The next invitation round for immigration is scheduled to take place before 16 October 2023.

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