Australian visa guides.
Detailed guides for each Australian visa subclass. Understand eligibility requirements, costs, processing times, and how to apply - all sourced from official Department of Home Affairs information.
Skilled Migration.
Points-tested visas for skilled workers. You need a skills assessment, a qualifying occupation, and enough points to receive an invitation.
Subclass 189 - Skilled Independent
No state sponsorship needed. Permanent residency if you meet the points threshold and your occupation is on the SOL.
Subclass 190 - Skilled Nominated
State or territory nomination adds 5 points. You must live and work in the nominating state for two years.
Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional
Provisional visa for regional areas. 15 bonus points from state or family sponsorship, with a pathway to PR via the 191.
Employer Sponsored.
Your employer nominates you for a visa. These visas are tied to a specific employer and occupation.
Subclass 482 - Temporary Skill Shortage
Temporary work visa with short-term and medium-term streams. Medium-term stream can lead to PR via the 186.
Subclass 186 - Employer Nomination
Direct permanent residency through employer nomination. Three streams including Temporary Residence Transition and Direct Entry.
Partner.
For partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens. No points test or skills assessment required.
More resources.
Skilled Occupation List
Search 590+ occupations eligible for skilled migration. Check visa eligibility and assessing authority.
Skills Assessment Authorities
Find your assessing authority, fees, processing times, and step-by-step process guides.
State and Territory Nominations
Each state has different occupation lists and requirements for 190 and 491 visa nomination.
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