Skilled Migration Visas

Australia is in demand for people who are in a highly skilled occupation and can quicklycontribute to the economy. To lodge a valid application you need tofirst submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and then receive an invitation toapply and you have to meet the Points Test pass mark in order to be granted avisa.

In order to submit a complete EOI you must meet the points test pass mark which is currently 60 points. The pass mark is the total number of points you must score to pass the Points Test. Your complete (EOI) will then be ranked onthe basis of your claims against points test factors. Invitations to apply willbe issued to those who achieve the highest rankings, subject to the operation of the occupational ceiling.

We have many years’ experience in obtaining Skilled Migration visas for our clients so you can be sure you will receive a fast, personalised and cost efficient service.

Qualifying factors for skilled migration for you or your partner are:

  • age
  • English fluency
  • qualifications
  • work experience
  • good health
  • character


Visa options

Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa

Features

  • Permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by a state or territory, employer or family member. 
  • Allows visa holder to live and work anywhere in Australia.
  • Allows certain family members to be added before the application is decided.

Requirements

  • Invitation to apply.
  • Meet points test pass mark.
  • Your occupation should be on the skilled occupation list 1.
  • Hold a suitable skills assessment.
  • Under 50 years of age.
  • At least competent English.
  • Other standard requirements including health and character.

 

Skilled - Nominated (subclass 190) visa

Features

  • Permanent visa for skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory government.
  • Allows visa holder to live and work anywhere in Australia.
  • Allows certain family members to be added before the application is decided.

Requirements

  • Nomination by a state/territory government.
  • Invitation to apply.
  • Meet points test pass mark.
  • Nominate a skilled occupation from the relevant skilled occupation list.
  • Hold a suitable skills assessment.
  • Under 50 years of age.
  • At least competent English.
  • Other standard requirements including health and character.

 

Skilled - Nominated or Sponsored (Provisional) (subclass 489) visa

Features

  • Provisional visa for skilled workers who are nominated by a state/territory government or an eligible relative.
  • Valid up to four years.
  • Requires visa holder to live and work in a specified regional area.
  • Allows for the adding of certain family members as secondary applicants.
  • Pathway visa to permanent regional residence visa 887.

Requirements

  • Nomination by a state/territory government or sponsorship by an eligible relative living in a designated area.
  • Invitation to apply.
  • Meet points test pass mark.
  • Nominate a skilled occupation from the relevant skilled occupation list.
  • Hold a suitable skills assessment.
  • Under 50 years of age.
  • At least competent English.
  • Other standard requirements including health and character.

To find out if your occupation is on one of the lists: