What is the Australia PR score for a subclass 191 visa?

To apply for Australia PR, the candidates must obtain 65 points or above. After getting the required points, the candidates are issued an invitation to apply (ITA) for the Australian Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191).
 

The candidates must have a qualifying visa and meet other requirements, to apply for the 191 visa of Australia.
 

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What is the 191 visa?

The 191 visa, or Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa, is aimed exclusively at foreign individuals living and working in Australia on a subclass 491 or 494 visa.
 

The visa offers a pathway to Australia PR, provided you fulfill the regional residence and work criteria. The 191 visa aims to develop Australia's regional area with the help of international professionals.
 

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Points distribution for Australia PR

To be eligible to apply for Australia PR, applicants must score 65 points in SkillSelect, the point-based grading system used for Australian immigration. Detailed information about the distribution of points for Australia PR is given below.

Category	Maximum Points
Age	30 points
English proficiency (8 bands)	20 points
Work Experience	15 points, 20 points
Education	20 points
Niche skills such as Doctorate or Master’s degree in Australia	10 points
Study in a regional Australian institute	5 points
Accredited in community language	5 points
Professional year in a skilled program in Australia	5 points
State sponsorship (190 visas)	5 points

 

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Eligibility for a 191 visa

The eligibility criteria for the 191 visa are given below. You must have:
 

• A score of at least 65 points
• Held a qualifying visa, such as the 491 (Skilled Work Regional - Provisional) or a 494 (Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional - Provisional) visa, for a minimum of 3 years.
• Lived in a designated Australian regional area with the 491 or 494 visa.
• Meet the specified income threshold for three continuous years with the qualifying visa.
• Complied with the qualifying visa conditions.
• Apply from within Australia.
• Good health
• Good character
• No visa cancellation or refusal in the past.
   

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Steps to apply for a 191 visa

The detailed procedure for applying for the subclass 191 visa in Australia is below.
 

Step 1: Assess your eligibility for the 191 visa.

Step 2: Ensure you have the required documents for the visa application.

Step 3: Submit the duly filled form for the 191 visa.

Step 4: Track your visa application status.

Step 5: Obtain Australia PR through the 191 visa.
 

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