Skilled Migration Visas
Australia is in demand for people who are in a highly skilled occupation and can quickly contribute to the economy. To lodge a valid application you need to first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and then receive an invitation to apply and you have to meet the Points Test pass mark in order to be granted a visa.
In order to submit a complete EOI you must meet the points test pass mark which is currently 65 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 on the basis of your claims against points test factors. Invitations to apply will be issued to those who achieve the highest rankings, subject to the operation of the occupational ceiling.
Qualifying factors for skilled migration for you or your partner are:
* Under 45 years of age (at time of invitation)
* At least competent English
* Other standard requirements including mandatory health and character
Visa Options
Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa
Features
This is a permanent visa for skilled applicants who are not sponsored by a state or territory, employer or family member. It allows you and any family members who have also been granted this visa to:
* Live, work or study anywhere in Australia as a permanent resident
* Enrol in Medicare, Australia’s scheme for health-related care and expenses
* Apply for Australian citizenship (if you are eligible)
* Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence
* Multiple travel to and from Australia for five years from the date the visa is granted
Requirements
* Be under 45 years of age, at time of invitation to apply
* At least competent English
* Invitation to apply
* Meet the points test pass mark
* Your occupation should be on the skilled occupation list
* Hold a suitable positive skills assessment
* Meet other standard requirements including mandatory health and character
Skilled – Nominated (subclass 190) visa
Features
This is a permanent visa for skilled migrants who are nominated by a state or territory government.
* Live, work or study anywhere in Australia as a permanent resident
* Enrol in Medicare, Australia’s scheme for health-related care and expenses
* Apply for Australian citizenship (if you are eligible)
* Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence
* Multiple travel to and from Australia for five years from the date the visa is granted
Requirements
* Under 45 years of age (at time of invitation)
* At least competent English
* Nomination by a state/territory government
* Invitation to apply
* Meet the points test pass mark
* Your occupation should be on the consolidated skilled occupation list
* Hold a suitable positive skills assessment
* Meet other standard requirements including mandatory health and character
Skilled – Nominated or Sponsored (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa
Features
This is a provisional visa for skilled migrants who are nominated by a state/territory government or an eligible relative.
* Valid up to five 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 191
Requirements
* Under 45 years of age
* At least competent English
* 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 consolidated skilled occupation list
* Hold a suitable positive skills assessment
* Meet other standard requirements including mandatory health and character
To find out if your occupation is on one of the Skilled Occupation lists, you can view the Consolidated Skilled Occupation List
In order to check your eligibility, please complete our Free online Assessment Form or contact us on 0208 996 0120 or by e-mail.