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Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

The Skilled Independent Visa is a points-based program that attracts skilled professionals to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis. This visa is available to workers not sponsored by any territory or employer and family members living in the country.

The visa makes you eligible to:

  • Live & work anywhere in Australia
  • Become an Australian citizen
  • Enrol in the public healthcare scheme
  • Sponsor skilled family members for PR

Points Requirement for Skilled Independent Visa

The visa application is invite-only.

To receive the invitation, you must:

  • File the Expression of Interest (EOI) document
  • Have relevant experience working in an occupation listed on the Skilled Occupation List of Australia.
  • Be less than 45 years of age
  • Have sufficient English language skills
  • Satisfy the character and medical conditions and
  • The minimum score required to be considered for admission to the program is 65 points under the points stream.

Following the information filled in in the EOI, your profile will be awarded points on the criteria as follows:

This visa program is only for applicants under 45 years of age who have been invited to apply for a permanent residence permit.
Age Points
18-25 Years 25
25-33 Years 30
33-40 Years 25
40-45 Years 15

You must have an adequate command of English as measured by your score on the OET, PTE, TOEFL, or IELTS test.
English Points
Competent 0
Proficient 10
Superior 20

The points under the education criteria are awarded on the basis of your highest qualification in comparison to the relevant Australian qualification.
Qualification Points
Doctorate 20
Bachelor/Master’s Degree 15
Diploma 10
Award or Qualification for Skilled Occupation 10

Your experience can earn you points if it is relevant to the occupations list.
  • Skilled Employment Overseas
Experience Points
Less Than 3 Years 0
3-4 Years 5
5-7 Years 10
At Least 8 Years 15
OR
  • Skilled Employment in Australia
Experience Points
Less Than 1 Year 0
1-2 Years 5
3-4 Years 10
5-7 Years 15
At Least 8 Years 20

The Australian government will consider your spouse’s or partner’s skills for rewarding you an additional 5 points if the person has:
    • Is under 45 years of age
    • Has competent English language skills
    • The candidate was assessed and found to have the skills related to their nominated occupation under SOL.
    • Is accompanying you to the country and
    • The person who is not a permanent resident of Australia or an Australian citizen.

Processing Time for Subclass 189 Visa

After receiving the ITA, you will have sixty days to apply for a visa. The Department of Immigration will then begin processing your application. The average duration for visa processing is eight months for around 75% of applications.

Application Process for Subclass 189 Visa

The visa application process consists of four steps. Let us explore them in detail:

Step 1: To validate your occupation, it must be officially assessed by an authorized body as per the occupation. The duration of this visa can take up to three months.

Step 2: After you receive a positive assessment from the authority, you must submit an Expression of Interest to the Department of Home Affairs in order to apply for a tourist visa.

Step 3: Once the Invitation to Apply (ITA) is received, the applicant must pay the required visa fee, submit all, the documents, and go through police & medical clearance as well.

Step 4: Upon receiving the letter, you must enter Australia by the date given to activate your visa.

Documents are an important part of receiving the Subclass 189 visa. The following documents are required in order to apply for a visa:
    • Subclass 189 visa application form
    • Two coloured passport-sized photographs
    • Proof of identification
    • English skills test scores
    • Educational qualification documents
    • Skill assessment report
    • Document to prove the skills
    • Reference letter from employer(s)
    • Character certificate from the police
    • Medical check certificate
    • Australian study requirement proof and other required documents (if applicable)
    • Partner’s English proficiency proof
    • Proof of relationship status
    • If necessary, provide any other documents requested during the process.

The Skilled Independent visa application cost can vary depending on the number and age of dependents included in the application.
Immigrant Fees (in AUD)
Main Applicant $4115
Partner $2055
Additional Dependent (Under 18) $1030

Note: Additional factors, such as the spouse’s English skills and health exam results, may affect the cost of your immigration application. The fee may increase or decrease without any notice.

Occupation List for Australia Skilled Independent Visa

To apply for the Subclass 189 visa, an applicant must choose an occupation related to those listed on the Skilled Occupation List.

The Australian Department of Home Affairs publishes a list of the occupations that are in demand in the country annually, based on the latest demands in the country’s labour market.

The following is a list of occupations that are currently in high demand in the Australian labour market.

  1. Long-Term Skilled Occupations
  2. Short-Term Skilled Occupations

Before applying for a Skilled Independent Visa, consider these things to do.

You must meet the following criteria in order to apply for the Subclass 189 visa:

  • Ensure that you have obtained the minimum cut-off score for eligibility (65 points),
  • Check your occupation with the Skilled Occupations List,
  • Obtain certification from the relevant authorities for your skills and
  • Making sure that all the other eligibility criteria are met.

Benefits of Australia’s Skilled Independent Visa Program

Australia is a developed and beautiful country with a welcoming environment for immigrants.

The following are some of the benefits of holding the Subclass 189 visa:

  • You can work and study in Australia,
  • If the applicant is eligible, they can apply for citizenship as well.
  • You can sponsor a relative to get PR.
  • You are allowed to enter and exit Australia multiple times.
  • You and your dependents can enroll in Medicare to receive medical care and
  • You can reside in Australia permanently.

What to Do After Getting the Visa invitation?

Once you receive the Invitation to Apply (ITA) from the Department of Home Affairs, your application is approximately 90% complete.

At this stage, you have to:

  • Undergo health checks,
  • Provide biometrics, if requested,
  • Provide additional documents, if needed,
  • Add members of your family and
  • Update your information (if any).

Australian citizens have some of the world’s best health institutions. In order to maintain quality standards, all PR candidates are required to meet the minimum medical requirements for a visa. Given below is the list of Australia PR medical tests that are required by the applicant, their partner, and dependents.
Age Tests Required
Under 2 Years Medical Examination
2-11 Years Medical Examination TB Screening Test
11-15 Years Medical Examination Chest X-Ray
15 or More Years Medical Examination Chest X-Ray HIV Test

Your partner’s or spouse’s skills can be an added benefit to your visa points score. You are entitled to additional 5 points under ‘Partner Skills’ if your partner is:
  • Added in the same visa application form as the primary applicant
  • Not an Australian citizen or PR holder
  • Authority Assessment for an occupation under SOL
  • Competent in English
  • Experienced in a skilled

Australia is one of the popular choices for immigrants wanting to move to another country. Migrating to another country with a PR visa has many embedded benefits. However, not all applicants are selected for the PR Visa program.Following are the reasons why some PR applications are prone to rejection:
  • Failing to meet application conditions
  • Violating condition of previous visas
  • Providing incomplete or false information
  • Failing to meet health requirements
  • Lacking sufficient funds
  • Failing to meet character requirements
  • Scoring low on an English test
  • Failing to clear verification

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  • A step-by-step guide to the eligibility and application process
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  • We assess every case multiple times before submitting it
  • Qualifications and other skills are evaluated by our certified experts for error-free proceeding.

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