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Permanent Skilled Visas
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa
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A permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state government. It allows you to live and work anywhere in Australia.
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa
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A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government. This visa requires you to reside in the nominating state for a specific period.
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Provisional Skilled Visas
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
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A temporary visa for Skilled workers nominated by a state or territory to live and work in regional areas for up to five years. It offers a pathway to permanent residency through the SC 191 Visa.
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Temporary Skilled Visa
Subclass 485 – Temporary Graduate Visa
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A visa for recent Australian institutions graduates to gain valuable work experience. It has two streams:
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Graduate Work Stream: For graduates with skills in demand
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Post-Study Work Stream: For higher education graduates
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Understanding the Points Test
The Points Test evaluates your eligibility for skilled migration based on various factors. A minimum of 65 points is required to apply. Higher points improve your chances of receiving an invitation.
How Points Are Awarded
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Age
Younger applicants score higher points (maximum points for ages 25-32) -
English Proficiency
Points increase with higher English test scores -
Work Experience
Points are awarded for Skilled employment inside and outside Australia -
Qualifications
Points depend on your educational achievements, such as Diploma, Bachelor's or Master's degree or PhD. -
Additional Factors
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Regional Study
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Relationship Status
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STEM qualifications
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NAATI Certification
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Professional Year Program Completion
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