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Posted on May 25 2024

Who can apply for Australia Immigration?

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By  Editor
Updated May 25 2024

Who can apply for Australia Immigration?

Australia is a popular destination for immigrants who want to lead a high-quality life. Individuals can get a PR if they have stayed in Australia for over four years. Eligible individuals can apply for an Australian PR and live and work in Australia for five years. To be eligible, an individual must score 65 points for an Australian visa.

* Check your eligibility for Australia immigration through Y-Axis Australia immigration points calculator.

Eligibility Criteria to migrate to Australia

Here is the eligibility criteria that an individual must fulfil to migrate to Australia :

Category

 Maximum Points

Age (25-32 years)

30 points

English proficiency (8 bands)

20 points

Work Experience outside Australia (8-10 years)

15 points

Work Experience in Australia (8-10 years)

20 points

Education (outside Australia) – Doctorate degree

20 points

Niche skills such as Doctorate or master’s degree by research in Australia

10 points

Study in a regional area

5 points

Accredited in community language

5 points

Professional year in a skilled program in Australia

5 points

State sponsorship (190 visa)

5 points

Skilled spouse or de facto partner (Age, Skills & English language requirements to be met)

10 points

Spouse or de facto partner with ‘competent English’ (No need to meet Skills requirement or age factor)

5 points

Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner or where a spouse is an Australia citizen or PR holder

10 points

Relative or regional sponsorship (491 visa)

15 points

 

Requirements to migrate to Australia

The requirements that are needed to be fulfilled:

  • Acquire a minimum score of 65 in Point grid
  • Must be under 45 years
  • Must have a proof of English Language proficiency test either through IELTS or PTE Score
  • Provide a Certified skill assessment report
  • Occupation must be listed in Australia’s SOL (Skilled Occupation List)

Other Qualifications to earn extra points

An individual can gain points if they meet any of the following:

 

Study in a regional area 

5 points

Accredited in community language 

5 points 

Professional year in a skilled program in Australia 

5 points 

State sponsorship (190 visas) 

5 points 

Relative or regional sponsorship (491 visa)

15 Points

 

Steps to apply to migrate to Australia

Here are the steps to follow to migrate to Australia:

Step 1: Check your eligibility

Step 2: Proof of English Proficiency Test

Step 3: Complete the skill assessment test

Step 4: Register your EOI (Expression of Interest)

Step 5: Get an ITA (Invitation to Apply)

Step 6: Submit your PR application

Step 7: Get your Australian PR visa

 

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