⭐Australia Immigration
Live and work in Australia through skilled migration. Expert guidance for visa subclasses 189, 190, and 491 with comprehensive points optimization.
Skilled Migration Visas
Three main pathways to Australian permanent residence through the skilled migration program.
Skilled Independent (189)
Permanent residence for skilled workers without state sponsorship or employer nomination.
Requirements:
- Points test (minimum 65 points)
- Skills assessment in nominated occupation
- English language proficiency
- Age under 45 years
Advantages:
- No sponsor required
- Live anywhere in Australia
- Include family members
Skilled Nominated (190)
State or territory government nominated skilled migration visa for permanent residence.
Requirements:
- State nomination (adds 5 points)
- Points test (minimum 60 + 5 nomination)
- Skills assessment
- Meet state requirements
Advantages:
- Lower points requirement
- State support
- Priority processing
Skilled Work Regional (491)
Provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by state or sponsored by family in regional areas.
Requirements:
- State/family sponsorship (adds 15 points)
- Points test (minimum 50 + 15)
- Live and work in regional Australia
- Skills assessment
Advantages:
- Pathway to PR
- Regional opportunities
- Additional points
Points Assessment System
Understanding how points are calculated for Australian skilled migration visas.
Points Breakdown
Skills Assessment Authorities
Each occupation has specific assessing authorities with unique requirements and processes.
Engineers Australia
Engineering Professionals
Requirements:
- CDR (Competency Demonstration Report)
- English test
- Relevant qualifications
ACS (Australian Computer Society)
ICT Professionals
Requirements:
- Skills assessment application
- Qualifications
- Work experience evidence
CPA Australia
Accountants
Requirements:
- Qualification assessment
- Work experience
- English competency
AACA
Architects
Requirements:
- Portfolio assessment
- Qualifications
- Work experience
VETASSESS
General Professionals, Managers, Technicians
Requirements:
- Qualification assessment
- Employment verification
- Skills assessment
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