Visa Category
SKILL VISA
Skilled Independent – Subclass 189 Visa
This points-based visa is for independent skilled applicant. A visa holder can live and work permanently anywhere in Australia. Certain family members can be included in the application.
Applications are by invitation only. To be invited to apply, a person must:
- submit an Expression of Interest.
- have an occupation that is on the relevant skilled occupation list.
- have a suitable skills assessment for that occupation.
- be less than 45 years of age when the invitation is issued.
- meet the English language requirements.
- be able to score at least 65 on the points test.
- meet the health and character requirements.
Skilled – Nominated Subclass 190 Visa
This points-based visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory. A visa holder can live and work permanently anywhere in Australia. Certain family members can be included in the application.
Applications are by invitation only. To be invited to apply, a person must:
- submit an Expression of Interest and be nominated.
- have an occupation that is on the relevant skilled occupation list.
- have a suitable skills assessment for that occupation.
- be less than 45 years of age when the invitation is issued.
- meet the English language requirements.
- be able to score at least 65 on the points test.
- meet the health and character requirement.