General Skilled Migration Visa Subclass 189, 190 & 491
The Skilled stream of the Migration Program is designed to attract migrants who make a significant contribution to the Australian economy, and fill positions where no Australian workers are available through Australian Immigration Points. Skilled migrants have very high participation rates in the workforce, helping to stimulate economic growth, which results in more jobs.
The Skilled stream also plays an important role in regional development through providing skills and labour which can’t be sourced locally, as well as encouraging investment and promoting local spending in regional areas.
Basic Requirements of Australia Immigration
The requirements for an Australia Skilled Visa are as follows:
Age:
Applicant age should be between 18 to 45 years old when apply for visa application.
English Language:
Applicants require at least a competent level (6 bands in each).
Nominated Occupation:
Applicants skills and qualifications must be fit in closely nominated occupation of skilled occupation list.
Skills Assessment:
Applicants must their skills and qualifications assessed by the relevant Australian assessing authority designated to assess nominated occupation.
Health Assessment:
Applicants must undergo a medical examination assessed by a panel doctor for showing their reasonable health.
Character assessment:
Applicants must have good in character and get assessed by Police Station.
Benefits of Australia Immigration
1) Remain in Australia indefinitely
2) Work and study in Australia
3) Enroll in Australia’s national health scheme, Medicare
4) Apply for bank loans to buy property
5) Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence
6) Apply for Australian citizenship, if eligible
7) Travel to and from Australia for as long as your travel facility permits. Please see overseas travel as a permanent resident.
8) Attend free English language classes provided by the Adult Migrant English Program
9) Work in New Zealand
The Process of Australian Skilled Migration
General Skilled Migration Australia - Subclasses
Skilled Independent Subclass 189
Eligibility Criteria:
- No sponsorship is needed.
- Need to lodge an EOI on SkillSelect.
- Age limit of 45 years.
- Good English Prostitution.
- Assessment of skills by the relevant body.
- Physically healthy and sound in character.
Benefits:
- All the rights and privileges of being a permanent resident, including Australian residency, live and work anywhere in Australia.
- Freedom to apply for citizenship once requirements for residency have been met.
- Ability to sponsor family members for PR visas.
- Self-employed or work for any employer.
Application Process:
- Expression of Interest (EOI): Submit an EOI through SkillSelect.
- Invitation to Apply: You must wait for an invitation from DHA before applying.
- Lodge Application: Once invited, you have 60 days to submit your visa application.
Skilled Nominated Subclass 190
Eligibility Criteria:
- State and territory nomination is compulsory for this subclass.
- The occupation must be in the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) of the nominating state.
- A minimum of 65 points in the points test.
- Reside and/or be employed in the nominating state for a minimum of 2 years within the 5-year visa period [permanent residency].
- You need to be able to meet the health and character requirements.
Benefits:
- Permanent Residency via state or territory nomination
- Must live in the nominating state or territory and be prepared to work there
- A road to Australian Citizenship.
- Medicare etc
- You may add your family to your application.
Application Process:
- Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) and apply for state nomination.
- Get invited to apply by the Department of Home Affairs after being nominated.
- Lodge that application within 60 days of the invitation.
- Compliance With Health, Skills Assessment, and Character Requirements
Skilled Regional Provisional Subclass 491
The Subclass 491 visa provides a great opportunity for skilled workers who are prepared to live and work in specific designated regional areas of Australia. Unlike Subclass 189 or 190, it is a provisional visa valid for 5 years, requiring sponsorship from either an eligible family member located in a regional area or a state or territory government.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Nominated by an Australian state or territory, or In a designated regional area sponsored by an eligible relative.
- SOL Occupation for regional areas.
- Must obtain a score of at least 65 points on the points test.
- Living and working in a regional designated area for at least 3 years of the visa period.
- Ensure health and character.
Benefits:
- 5 year visa with 3 year pathway to permanent residency.
- Live and work in specified regional areas.
- They can also apply for a visa to have their family.
- A Permanent Subclass 191 visa (after living in regional areas for over 3 years)
- Qualification for regional government incentives
Application Process:
- Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) and state or relative sponsorship application.
- Get a nomination from a state/territory or get invited by the Department of Home Affairs.
- You need to apply within 60 days after receiving an invitation.
- Submit relevant documents such as the skill assessment, health, and character checks.
General Skilled Migration Australia - Subclasses
| Feature | Subclass 189 | Subclass 190 | Subclass 491 |
| Sponsorship Required | No | Yes (State/Territory) | Yes (State/Territory or Family Member) |
| Visa Duration | 5 Years [Permanent Residency] | 5 Years [Permanent Residency] | 5 Years (Provisional) |
| Occupation List | Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) | State/Territory SOL | Regional SOL |
| Points Requirement | 65 Points | 65 Points | 65 Points |
| Work/Residency Obligation | None | Live in nominated state for 2 years | Live in regional area for 3 years |
| Pathway to Permanent Residency | Already Permanent | Already Permanent | Eligible after 3 years of regional work |
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