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    The Australian Capital Territory, or ACT, released 544 Invitations to Apply under a major Canberra Matrix invitation round on January 30, 2025. This round typifies the willingness of the ACT to attract a skilled migrant for economic growth and development in that region.

    This article will give information Australia round of invitaion, that is Canberra Matrix round held on 30 January 2025. But, before proceeding, let us provide a brief overview of the Canberra Matrix.

    Canberra Matrix - An Overview 

    Canberra Matrix is the ACT Government's ranking points system under which the migrants are ranked and nominated. Such rankings are based on factors including employment, education, business ownership, and adaptability, all for which respective points are accrued. The candidates who score better get preference in invitation rounds.

    Breakdown of Invitations Issued in ACT's Recent Round of Invitations 

    The following table provides detailed information about the invitations issued through this recent draw.

    Visa Category

    Minimum Matrix Score

    457 / 482 Visa Holders

    Canberra Residents (Critical Skills Occupations)

    Overseas Applicants (Critical Skills Occupations)

    Total Invitations Issued

    Subclass 190 Visa

    12

    115

    22

    170

    230

    Subclass 491 Visa

    5

    115

    4

    207

    314

    Total

    17

    26

    377

    124

    544

    ITA's Issued to Different Visa Categories 

    The following information provides details about the ITA's issued across different visa categories: 

    1. Small Business Owners 

    Entrepreneurs running their businesses in Canberra were included under Visa Subclass 190 (permanent visa) and Subclass 491 (regional provisional visa).

    Visa Type

    Purpose

    Invitations Issued

    Subclass 190

    Permanent residency for skilled workers and business owners.

    12

    Subclass 491

    Provisional visa for skilled migrants to work and live in regional areas.

    5

    1. 457/482 Visa Holders 

    These visas enable skilled workers sponsored by Australian employers to work temporarily. In this round, 26 ITAs were issued to 457/482 visa holders, which opened a pathway for them to permanent residency.

    1. Critical Skill Occupation 

    The total under Critical Skill Occupations is under which the labor shortages in Canberra are addressed (501 ITAs)

    Category

    Invitations Issued

    Canberra Residents

    377

    Overseas Applicants

    124

    Conclusion 

    The Canberra Matrix invitation round of January 30, 2025, indicates that the ACT is very proactive in attracting skilled professionals, entrepreneurs, and temporary visa holders. The 544 ITAs issued highlighted aligning one's profile with ACT's migration priorities.

    Applicants should learn more about the Canberra Matrix, improve their points score, and be prepared concerning the rounds of invitations to achieve state nomination and permanent residency in Australia.

    For more details about Australia's round of invitations, contact Province Immigration at +91 98961 96762 or info@provinceimmigration.com

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