South Australia Latest May Invitation Round: Official Numbers Released

MELBOURNE, Australia - May 5, 2026 - PRLog -- South Australia has released the official numbers for its latest May 2026 invitation round, with a total of 509 invitations issued across Subclass 190 and Subclass 491. The state has also announced that Skilled and Business Migration will conduct the next invitation round in mid to late May 2026.

The latest data highlights a clear focus on priority sectors such as healthcare, engineering, and education. At the same time, it indicates a more targeted and controlled allocation approach where several occupation categories are invited under the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa pathway.

Here's how the invitations were actually distributed:

South Australia Invitation Breakdown – May 2026

ANZSCO Sub-major Group Subclass 190 (Invitations in May 2026)Subclass 491 (Invitations in May 2026)Total (Invitations in May 2026)Subclass 190 (2025-26 invitations issued to date)Subclass 491 (2025-26 invitations issued to date)Total (2025-26 invitations issued to date)

Key Insights and What This Means for Applicants

• Health, engineering, and education sectors continue to lead invitation numbers under the South Australia May 2026 invitation round, which shows clear priority areas.
• ICT, business, and trade occupations are increasingly being directed towards Subclass 491, which reflects a strong regional focus.
• Invitations are made based on workforce demand, where Subclass 190 is reserved for priority sectors, and Subclass 491 is used for broader regional needs.
• Applicants need to align their profile with specific state demand to enhance the chance of selection.

So, if you plan to move to South Australia, it is essential to make your application competitive by selecting the right visa pathway, matching your experience level, and ensuring your profile aligns with current state selection trends.

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