Australia Migration Planning Level 2023-2024- Total 190, 000 visa places allocated
On May 9, 2023, the government of Australia unveiled its highly awaited Migration Program planning levels for the upcoming program year of 2023-2024. This visionary plan entails a notable allocation of 190,000 visa places, reflecting Australia's pledge to welcome diverse talents to meet skill shortage in the labour market of the country.
The total allocation of visa places are mainly divided among the skills and family stream. Australia being one of the top immigration destinations in the world, becomes the talk of the town after every new immigration update released by the DHA.
Most visa places for Skilled Migration
Out of the total number, most visa places allocated to Skills Stream, i.e. 137,100. The DHA every year invite thousands of skilled workers under various visa categories. Most popular Skilled Visa categories of Australia are:
- Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189
- Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa Subclass 491
With a keen focus on boosting the Skill Stream, most of new immigrants will be selected based on their special skill sets and expertise. If you are enthralled by this exciting immigration update, you may explore the details further to uncover the significant opportunities that await you.
Stream wise Visa place allocation 2023-2024
Earlier, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), Australia used to allocate 160,000 places annually, however, this trend changed from the last program year (i.e. 2022-23) when Australia planned to welcome 195,000 new immigrants.
This increased annual immigration target of Australia offers great opportunity especially to skilled professionals planning immigrate to Australia.