Subclass 189

Skilled Independent Visa

Independent Skilled Pathway

For applicants competing on points without state, employer or family sponsorship.

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Subclass 189 Strategy

Duration

Permanent (PR)

Visa Charge

From $4,640 AUD

Application Location

Onshore or Offshore

Pathway Overview

A points-tested permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, a state or territory government, or a family member. It allows you to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia as a permanent resident.

Pathway Key Benefits

Work and study anywhere in Australia

Enroll in Medicare (Australia's public healthcare system)

Sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence

Travel to and from Australia for 5 years

Apply for Australian citizenship if eligible

Eligibility Checklist

Please review the mandatory eligibility criteria determined by the Department of Home Affairs.

Have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list

Have a suitable positive skills assessment for the occupation

Satisfy the points test by scoring at least 65 points

Be under 45 years of age when invited to apply

Have at least Competent English (e.g. IELTS 6+ or PTE 50+ in all bands)

Be invited to apply via Expression of Interest (EOI)

Application Steps

Stage 1

Obtain a positive Skills Assessment from the relevant assessing authority

Stage 2

Sit an English language test to verify competent or higher English ability

Stage 3

Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

Stage 4

Wait for an Invitation Round to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)

Stage 5

Submit a complete visa application with all supporting evidence within 60 days

Secure Portal

Lodge Advisory Inquiry

Send your profile details directly to our migration team. Your inquiry will be logged directly into our administrative database for consultation planning.

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