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Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

The Australian Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) was created to address Australia’s talent shortages. It is a Permanent Visa and is subject to the points-based Australian Immigration system. Applicants must certify that they meet the requirements or have the necessary abilities for a job on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL). Neither family sponsorship nor Australian State/Territory Government nomination is required for applicants. Applicants for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) must receive at least 65 points on the point assessment..

Requirements:

The applicant (or their spouse) must be able to meet the fundamental visa requirements relating to Age, English language proficiency, Specific Work Experience, Skills, Qualification, Health, and Character in order to be eligible for a Skilled Visa. The candidate must receive at least 65 points based on these qualifications in order to be accepted..

Features of this Program:

  • This Category permits the applicant an indefinite stay in Australia.
  • Permanent residents under the Australian Skilled Immigration Program have full access to health care benefits and certain social security payments.
  • Permanent residents under this Category can apply for citizenship of Australia after staying there for 4 years.
  • Once landed in Australia, the applicant can sponsor their family for permanent residency in Australia.
  • Dependents can accompany the applicant, provided they comply with the Australian Migration Law.

Eligibility for the Australia Skilled Immigration Program:
The applicants have to satisfy the basic requirements to migrate under the skilled sponsored visa and must meet the 65 points to file for a visa.

    • Age: Under 45 years of age at time of invitation.
  • English language: The applicant should prove that he/she meets the English language of competent level by submitting the test results before the application is lodged. He/ she should also meet the English Language threshold of minimum 6 bands of IELTS in all the components.

 

  • Nominated Occupations: The applicant should nominate an occupation on the Medium and Long term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) that matches with his/her skills, qualifications and work experience.

 

  • Skill Assessment: It is mandatory for an applicant to get a positive skill assessment for a nominated occupation before the visa application is lodged.

 

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