Australian Skilled Independent (subclass 189)
Australian Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) is for people who are not sponsored by an employer or a family member or not nominated by a state or territory government, this program allows you to live, study and work in Australia as a permanent resident.
Basic things to check for eligibility:
- Age under 45 years
- Have relevant experience under occupation listed in Australia’s Skilled Occupations List
- Have Competent English Language ability
- Min cut of 65 points attained based on Age, Education, Experience, Language ability, nomination/sponsorship, Australian Study and Work, Partner skills and other criteria
- Apply Expression of Interest (EOI)
Points can be claimed with below criteria:
Age:
| Age | Points |
|---|---|
| 18-25 years | 25 |
| 25-33 years | 30 |
| 33-40 years | 25 |
| 40-45 years | 15 |
English Language Skills:
| English | Points |
|---|---|
| Component English | 0 |
| Proficient English | 10 |
| Superior English | 20 |
Education:
| Qualification | Points |
|---|---|
| Doctorate | 20 |
| Bachelor/Master's Degree | 15 |
| Diploma | 10 |
| Award or Qualification for Skilled Occupation | 10 |
Experience:
Skilled Employment Overseas
| Experience | Points |
|---|---|
| Less Than 3 Years | 0 |
| 3-4 Years | 5 |
| 5-7 Years | 10 |
| At Least 8 Years | 15 |
(or) Skilled Employment in Australia
| Experience | Points |
|---|---|
| Less Than 1 Year | 0 |
| 1-2 Years | 5 |
| 3-4 Years | 10 |
| 5-7 Years | 15 |
| At Least 8 Years | 20 |
Partner Skills:
The Australian government can consider your spouse’s/partner’s skills for rewarding you an additional 5 points if your partner:
- Is under 45 years of age,
- Has competent English language skills,
- Is assessed and found to have skills related to their nominated occupation under SOL,
- Is accompanying you to the country and
- Is not a permanent residence holder or citizen of Australia.
For more details you can speak to our Australia immigration consultants to get more information about your eligibility.