Eligibility
You need PR points to apply to any of the following three subclasses:
- Skilled Independent visa in Subclass 189
- Skilled Nominated visa in Subclass 190
- Territory nominated/sponsored visa in Subclass 489
| Factors | Maximum points |
| Age (25-33 years) | 30 |
| English proficiency (8 bands) | 20 |
| Work Experience outside Australia (8-10 years) | 15 |
| Work Experience in Australia (8-10 years) | 20 |
| Education (outside Australia) - Doctorate degree | 20 |
| Doctorate or master’s degree by research in Australia or similar skilled degrees | 10 |
| Skilled spouse (Age, Skills & English language requirements to be met) | 10 |
| Spouse or de facto partner with competent English (No need to meet Skills requirement or age factor) | 10 |
| Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner or where a spouse is an Australian citizen or PR holder | 10 |
| Study in a regional area | 5 |
| Proficient in community language | 5 |
| Professional year in a skilled program in Australia | 5 |
| State sponsorship (190 visa) | 5 |
Documentation
The following documents are required when applying for Australia PR:
- Application form
- Report of Educational Credential Assessment
- Birth certificate
- Character certificate
- Proof of nomination (if any)
- Test results of IELTS or PTE exam for English proficiency
- 2 passport size photos
- Spouse Skill documents (spouse is also applying for a PR visa)
- Police Clearance Certification (PCC)
- Business reference letters
Cost
Before immigrating, you need to pay the following:
- Fee for Immigration agents
- Fee for Visa application
- Fee for English language proficiency test fee
- Fee for Skills assessment
- Fee for Health check-up
- Fee for a police report on character-check
- Fee for relocating to Australia
Processing Time
This entirely depends on the visa category you have applied to, as well as other factors, like document submission.