What Are the Age Requirements for Skilled Migration?
Age requirements and points for Australian skilled migration - age limits, how age affects your points, and options if you are over 45.
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Age and skilled migration
Age is both an eligibility requirement and a points factor for Australian skilled migration.
Age points
- 18-24 years: 25 points
- 25-32 years: 30 points (maximum)
- 33-39 years: 25 points
- 40-44 years: 15 points
- 45+: 0 points
Age limit
You must be under 45 at the time of invitation for the 189, 190, and 491 visas.
Over 45 options
Employer-sponsored visas like the 482 do not have a strict age cap. Some state nomination programs also offer exemptions.
Use the points calculator to see how age affects your overall score.
Adam Arbolino Built the technology behind the Australian visa system at IBM
Frequently asked questions.
Answers to commonly asked questions about our platform
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What is the maximum age for skilled migration?
You must be under 45 years old at the time of invitation for the 189, 190, and 491 visas. Some employer-sponsored pathways have exemptions.
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How does age affect my points?
Age 25-32 earns the maximum 30 points. Age 18-24 and 33-39 earn 25 points. Age 40-44 earns 15 points. Age 45+ earns 0 points and is generally ineligible.
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Are there any options if I am over 45?
The 482 employer-sponsored visa does not have a strict age limit. Some 186 pathways and state nomination programs also offer exemptions for applicants over 45 in certain circumstances.