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.