Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) Checklist
🇦🇺 Australia
Permanent residence visa for points-tested skilled workers not sponsored by an employer or family member.
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Age
Age (points factor)
ConditionalMaximum points for ages 25–32. Must be under 45 to apply.
You must be under 45 years of age when invited.
Education
Skills assessment
MandatoryA positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation from the relevant assessing authority.
You must have a positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation.
Work Experience
Skilled employment
MandatoryAt least 65 weeks of skilled employment in the last 10 years in a nominated occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list.
You must have at least 65 weeks of skilled employment in your nominated skilled occupation.
Language
English language
MandatoryCompetent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent) or Vocational English for points.
You must have at least competent English.
Funds
Points test
InfoMust score at least 65 points on the points test (age, English, experience, education, etc.).
You must score at least 65 points on the points test.
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