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Australia Skilled Independent Sub Class 189 & Skilled Nominated Sub Class 190 Visa
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Australia PR Visa: Skilled Independent Sub Class 189

The Australia Skilled Independent Sub Class 189 visa is a permanent residency visa for skilled professionals in demand within Australia. This points-based visa allows candidates to live and work anywhere in Australia, and include eligible family members in a single application.

Applicants must demonstrate:

  • English language proficiency
  • Relevant employment experience
  • Qualifications in an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List

This visa is ideal for skilled workers without employer, state, or family sponsorship. Applications are submitted through the SkillSelect Expression of Interest (EOI).

Requirements for Sub Class 189:

  • Submit an Australia Expression of Interest (EOI)
  • Have work experience in a skilled occupation
  • Positive skills assessment from relevant authority
  • Age below 50 at the time of invitation
  • Meet English language requirements
  • Minimum 60 points on the points test
  • Fulfill character and health requirements

Skilled Nominated Sub Class 190 Visa

The Skilled Nominated Sub Class 190 visa is a permanent residency visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Points-based, it requires applicants to live and work in the nominating state, while allowing inclusion of eligible family members.

Applicants must:

  • Submit an EOI and receive nomination from a state/territory
  • Work in an occupation listed on the State Skilled Occupation List
  • Have a positive skills assessment
  • Be under 50 years at the time of invitation
  • Meet English language requirements
  • Achieve minimum 60 points on the points test
  • Fulfill character and health requirements
  • Meet settlement funds and state employment obligations

Both visas provide pathways to permanent residency and eventual eligibility for Australian citizenship.


Contact XIPHIAS Immigration

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FAQs

  1. What is the difference between Sub Class 189 and Sub Class 190 visas? Sub Class 189 is independent and does not require state or employer sponsorship, while Sub Class 190 requires nomination from an Australian state or territory.

  2. Can family members be included in both 189 and 190 visa applications? Yes, eligible family members can be included in both visa applications.

  3. What is the minimum points required to apply for these visas? A minimum of 60 points is required to be considered for both Sub Class 189 and Sub Class 190 visas.

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