Skilled Migration Visa Services

Service Overview

The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers who do not have an employer, state, or family member sponsor them. This points-based visa allows you to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia indefinitely. It is one of the most sought-after visa pathways for highly skilled professionals seeking to make Australia their permanent home. The visa operates through a competitive points-tested system and requires an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.

Key Benefits & Advantages

• Permanent Residency – Live and work in Australia indefinitely with full PR status
• No Sponsorship Required – Complete independence with no employer or state nomination needed
• Live Anywhere in Australia – Freedom to live, work, and study in any Australian city or region
• Include Family Members – Bring your partner and dependent children as permanent residents
• Pathway to Citizenship – Eligible to apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements
• Medicare Access – Full access to Australia’s public healthcare system
• Social Security Benefits – Access to certain social security payments after a qualifying period
• Sponsor Relatives – Ability to sponsor eligible family members for permanent residence
• Work Flexibility – Work for any employer in any occupation without restrictions
• Study Rights – Enrol in educational institutions at domestic fee rates
• Travel Freedom – 5-year travel facility for multiple entries to Australia
• World-Class Lifestyle – Enjoy Australia’s exceptional quality of life, education, and healthcare systems

Eligibility Criteria

Fundamental Requirements

• Age Limit – Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation
• Skilled Occupation – Nominate an occupation from the relevant skilled occupation list (MTSOL or ROL)
• Skills Assessment – Hold a valid skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority for your nominated occupation
• Points Test – Score a minimum of 65 points (higher scores increase invitation chances)
• English Language – Achieve Competent English or higher (IELTS 6.0 each band minimum)
• EOI Invitation – Receive an invitation to apply through SkillSelect
• Health & Character – Meet health and character requirements

Points Breakdown (Minimum 65 Points Required)

Age Points:

• 18-24 years: 25 points
• 25-32 years: 30 points
• 33-39 years: 25 points
• 40-44 years: 15 points

English Language:

• Competent (IELTS 6.0): 0 points
• Proficient (IELTS 7.0): 10 points
• Superior (IELTS 8.0): 20 points

Skilled Employment (in last 10 years):

• 8+ years overseas: 15 points
• 8+ years in Australia: 20 points
• 5-7 years overseas: 10 points
• 5-7 years in Australia: 15 points
• 3-4 years overseas: 5 points
• 3-4 years in Australia: 10 points

Educational Qualifications:

• Doctorate: 20 points
• Bachelor’s or Master’s: 15 points
• Diploma or Trade: 10 points

Additional Points:

• Australian study requirement (2+ years): 5 points
• Specialist Education qualification (STEM): 10 points
• Professional Year in Australia: 5 points
• State/Territory nomination (not applicable for 189): N/A
• Partner skills: 10 points
• Partner competent English: 5 points
• Single applicant: 10 points
• Accredited community language (NAATI): 5 points
• Regional study in Australia: 5 points