SKILLED VISA 189, 190, 491
Skilled Visas Overview (189, 190, 491)
These visas are pathways to becoming a Permanent Resident (PR) of Australia. The process begins by calculating your points (minimum threshold: 65 points) and identifying an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List. A positive skills assessment for your occupation is required.
Visa Details
Subclass 189 Visa (Skilled Independent)
- PR Granted: Direct.
- Points: Requires the highest points among the three visas.
- Requirements: No state or sponsor requirements.
- Occupation List: Must be on the Medium to Long Term Skilled Shortage List (MLTSSL).
Subclass 190 Visa (State Sponsored)
- PR Granted: Direct.
- Points: 5 points from the sponsoring state.
- Requirements:
- Each state/territory has unique criteria (e.g., state graduate or worker).
- Occupation List: Must be on STSOL or MLTSSL.
Subclass 491 Visa (Regional)
- Type: Temporary (5 years).
- PR Pathway: Apply for Subclass 191 Visa after 3 years of living and working in regional Australia.
- Points:
- 15 points from state sponsorship or eligible family sponsorship.
- Family sponsor must be an Australian citizen or PR.
- Occupation List: Must be on STSOL or MLTSSL.
Points Test Overview
Age
Age |
Points |
18–25 |
25 |
25–33 |
30 |
33–40 |
25 |
40–45 |
15 |
English Proficiency
Proficiency |
Points |
Competent |
0 |
Proficient |
10 |
Superior |
20 |
Work Experience
Overseas |
Points |
3–5 years |
5 |
5–8 years |
10 |
>8 years |
15 |
Australian |
Points |
1–3 years |
5 |
3–5 years |
10 |
5–8 years |
15 |
>8 years |
20 |
Education
Qualification |
Points |
Doctorate (Australia or overseas) |
20 |
Bachelor’s degree or higher (Australia or overseas) |
15 |
Diploma/Trade qualification (Australia) |
10 |
Additional Points Criteria
- Professional Year in Australia: 5 points.
- NAATI Accreditation: 5 points.
- Study in Regional Australia: 5 points.
- Partner Skills:
- Partner meets criteria (e.g., competent English, skills assessment): 10 points.
- Single applicants: 10 points.
- Partner with competent English only: 5 points.
- State or Family Sponsorship:
- 190 Visa: 5 points.
- 491 Visa: 15 points.
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Disclaimer
- Information provided is general in nature and subject to change.
- Consult a registered migration agent for tailored advice.
- Immigration advice is provided under Section 276 of the Migration Act 1958.