Australia PR Visa: Eligibility, Points & Process

OVERVIEW

Why Apply for Australia PR?

Australia PR lets you live and work in Australia permanently, access Medicare and move towards citizenship. Skilled applicants are ranked on a points test that rewards age, English, education and experience.

The three main skilled pathways are Subclass 189 (independent), 190 (state-nominated) and 491 (regional, provisional). Employer-sponsored PR is available under Subclass 186 for those with a qualifying job offer.

Australia PR at a glance
Main pathways	Subclass 189, 190, 491 and employer-sponsored 186
Selection	Points-tested Expression of Interest through SkillSelect
Minimum points	65 (higher scores are invited sooner)
Age	Under 45 when invited, for most skilled visas
Skills assessment	Positive assessment for your occupation is required
Job offer	Not required for 189 and 190

Australia PR Benefits

Q

Quality of life

Safe, multicultural cities with modern infrastructure.

C

Career growth

Work in any sector, change employers or start a business.

F

Family settlement

Spouse and dependants included with full rights.

H

Healthcare access

Public healthcare through Medicare for permanent residents.

E

Education

Strong schooling, with domestic fee rates for PR families.

L

Legal security

Employment rights and long-term stability.

G

Global mobility

Travel freely and enjoy a strong passport after citizenship.

C

Citizenship pathway

Eligible after meeting residency requirements.

PATHWAYS

Types of Australia PR Visa

Choose the option that best fits your eligibility and goals.

Subclass 189

Skilled Independent Visa

Skilled Independent with no sponsor. You must be invited after submitting an EOI and be under 45.

Subclass 190

Skilled Nominated Visa

Nominated by a state or territory, adding 5 points. You must be invited and are expected to settle in the nominating state first.

Subclass 491

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)

Live and work in a designated regional area for up to five years, with 15 extra points for nomination or eligible family sponsorship.

Subclass 186

Employer Nomination Scheme

Permanent residency sponsored by an Australian employer for a nominated skilled role.

Australia PR Eligibility

Age: under 45 for most skilled visas
English: approved test such as IELTS, PTE or OET
Occupation: listed on a skilled occupation list
Skills assessment: positive result required
Points: at least 65 on the points test
EOI: submitted on SkillSelect and invited
Health and character: medicals and police clearance

What Strengthens Your Application

Age: 25 to 32 earns the maximum age points
Education: assessed bachelor, master or doctorate
Experience: skilled work in your nominated occupation
English: higher scores add more points
Australian study or work: adds further points
Partner skills: a skilled partner can add points
Regional choices: nomination adds extra points

POINTS CALCULATOR

Australia PR Points Calculator

Check your estimated points before you lodge an EOI. 65 is the minimum, and higher scores improve your chances of an invitation.

Check your points

Select the option that matches your profile.

Age

English ability

Overseas skilled work

Australian skilled work

Highest education

Relationship / Partner

Australian study requirement

Nomination / Sponsorship

Professional Year / Community language / STEM research

SAMPLE / YOUR RESULT

70

of 65 points needed

You meet the minimum. Higher scores improve invitation chances.

Get My Profile Reviewed

Quick tip: Points reflect the Department of Home Affairs points test at the time of writing. Always confirm current values on the official site before lodging.

Age and English

Category	Points
18 to 24 years	25
25 to 32 years	30
33 to 39 years	25
40 to 44 years	15
Competent English	0
Proficient English	10
Superior English	20

Skilled work and education

Category	Points
Overseas work, 3 to 4 years	5
Overseas work, 5 to 7 years	10
Overseas work, 8+ years	15
Australian work, 1 to 2 years	5
Australian work, 8+ years	20
Doctorate	20
Bachelor or master	15
Diploma or trade	10

Other points

Category	Points
Australian study requirement	5
Specialist STEM research degree in Australia	10
Regional area study	5
Credentialled community language	5
Professional Year in Australia	5
State or territory nomination (190)	5
Regional nomination or sponsorship (491)	15
Skilled partner / partner with competent English / no partner	10 / 5 / 10

PROCESS

How to Get Australia PR in 7 Steps

1

Get your skills assessed
Submit qualifications and experience to the assessing authority for your occupation.

2

Take an approved English test
IELTS, PTE or OET, aiming for the score your target points need.

3

Submit an Expression of Interest
Lodge your EOI on SkillSelect for subclass 189, 190 or 491.

4

Seek nomination if needed
Apply to a state or territory for 190 or 491 to earn extra points.

5

Receive an Invitation to Apply
Selected from the pool by points and occupation demand.

6

Lodge your PR application
Submit the full application within 60 days of invitation with all documents.

7

Await the decision
Home Affairs assesses your case. We track it and keep you updated.

Documents Required for Australia PR

Passport and identity documents
Skills assessment outcome
English test result
EOI confirmation and invitation
Education certificates and transcripts
Employment letters, payslips and tax records
Police clearance and medical examination
State nomination or sponsorship letter, if applicable
Relationship and dependants documents

Costs and Processing Time

Visa charges and processing times change often. Your consultant will confirm the current figures for your subclass before you apply.

Factors that affect timing

Complete, accurate documents
Occupation demand and points score
Speed of replies to case officer requests
Health and character checks
Program caps and availability

Common reasons for refusal

Wrong visa type or unmet conditions
Inconsistent information or documents
Health or character requirements not met
Low English test score
Verification issues

How Edwest Global Helps With Your Australia PR

1

Profile assessment

2

Pathway strategy

3

Skills and documents

4

Language test guidance

5

Application filing

6

Tracking and settlement

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Australia PR FAQs

Can I get Australia PR without a job offer? +

Yes. Subclass 189 and 190 need no job offer. You need a positive skills assessment, valid English test and enough points, then an invitation after lodging an EOI.

What is the minimum points score? +

The minimum is 65 points, but invitations usually go to higher scorers, so aim as high as you realistically can.

What is the age limit? +

Most skilled visas require you to be under 45 at invitation, and 25 to 32 earns the most age points.

What is the difference between 189 and 190? +

189 needs no state or sponsor. 190 needs state nomination, which adds 5 points in return.

Can I include my spouse? +

Yes. A partner can be included, and a skilled partner with suitable English can add points.

How long do I have to apply after an invitation? +

You have 60 days from the invitation date to lodge your application.

Does Australia PR lead to citizenship? +

Yes. After meeting residency requirements, including time as a permanent resident, you may apply for citizenship.

How does Edwest Global help? +

We check your points, plan your pathway, prepare documents, lodge your EOI and visa application, and support you after approval.

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