Your Pathway to Permanent
Residency in Australia

Higher English proficiency can add significant points to your score. Consider retaking the IELTS, PTE, or another approved test if your score is lower than required.

Pro Tip: Aim for a score of at least 7 in each band on the IELTS to earn 10 points.

Your age plays a critical role in your points calculation.

Best age range for maximum points: Applicants aged between 25-32 earn the highest number of points.

Tip: If you’re close to the cut-off age, plan to apply before you turn 33 to avoid losing points.

A positive skills assessment is a requirement for the Subclass 189 visa. You can improve your assessment by enhancing your skills, qualifications, and experience.

Tip: Make sure your occupation is on the Core Skills Occupation List (CSOL) for Subclass 189 eligibility.

If your partner meets the eligibility requirements (such as having a skills assessment and English proficiency), they can contribute points to your application.

Tip: Ensure your partner’s qualifications and English language score are submitted with your application.

Studying in a regional area of Australia can earn you additional points under certain conditions.

Tip: If you have completed your education in a regional area, you may qualify for this benefit.

If you’ve completed a Professional Year in Australia in your nominated occupation, you can earn extra points.

Tip: Professional Years in accounting, engineering, or IT-related fields are common and highly regarded.

Work experience in your nominated occupation can also add points. The more years of skilled work experience you have, especially within Australia, the better.

Tip: Aim for at least 3-5 years of experience to maximize your points.

Completing additional qualifications or training related to your occupation may boost your points, particularly if they improve your skills or align better with your nominated occupation.

Example:
[+] Improve Your English Language Skills
[+] Maximize Your Age Points
[+] Complete a Skills Assessment