Subclass 189Permanent Skilled Migrationneeds_review
Skilled Independent visa
Live and work permanently anywhere in Australia as an invited skilled worker.
Overview
Stay period
Permanently
Cost
From AUD 4,910 for the main applicant
Work rights
Work and study anywhere in Australia
Last checked
25 April 2026
Key requirements
- •Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
- •Have a suitable skills assessment
- •Be invited to apply
- •Score at least 65 points
- •Be under 45 at time of invitation
- •Have competent English
- •Meet health and character requirements
Documents required
- •Expression of Interest (EOI)
- •Invitation to apply
- •Skills assessment
- •English test results
- •Identity documents
- •Evidence supporting points claims
Application steps
- 1Submit EOI in SkillSelect
- 2Wait for invitation
- 3Gather documents
- 4Apply via ImmiAccount
- 5Upload documents
- 6Wait for decision
Visa conditions
- •Permanent residency
- •Live and work anywhere
- •Travel for 5 years
- •Eligible for citizenship
Risk flags
- !No invitation = cannot apply
- !Low points = not invited
- !Incorrect claims may lead to refusal
English language requirements
Financial requirements
Status
not_primary_requirement
Occupation requirements
Must be on Skilled Occupation List
Listed occupations (sample)
- •Accountant
- •Civil Engineer
- •Software Engineer
- •Registered Nurse
- •Electrician
- •Chef
Points test rules
Minimum points required: 65
Age
| 18-24 | 25 pts |
| 25-32 | 30 pts |
| 33-39 | 25 pts |
| 40-44 | 15 pts |
English language
| Competent | 0 pts |
| Proficient | 10 pts |
| Superior | 20 pts |
Source snapshots
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Captured: 25 April 2026
This page provides general information only. It does not provide migration advice or legal advice. For personalised advice, speak with a registered migration agent or Australian legal practitioner.