Points-based permanent residency for skilled workers. Expert guidance for successful 189 visa applications.
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Visa Overview
Complete details about Australia's Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) for permanent residency.
Visa Details
About This Visa
The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is a points-tested visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, family member, or nominated by a state or territory government. It allows you to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.
Benefits of 189 Visa
Discover the advantages of obtaining Australian permanent residency through the skilled independent visa.
Permanent Residency
Direct pathway to Australian permanent residency and citizenship
Family Benefits
Include your partner and dependent children in your application
Healthcare Access
Full access to Australia's world-class public healthcare system
Education Opportunities
Free education for children and subsidized university programs
Work Rights
Unrestricted work rights and access to Australian job market
Travel Freedom
Live and work anywhere in Australia with visa-free travel to many countries
Key Requirements
Essential criteria for successful 189 visa applications.
Basic Eligibility
- Under 45 years of age
- Meet English language requirements
- Pass health and character requirements
- Have relevant skills and experience
- Meet points threshold (65+ points)
Skills Assessment
- Positive skills assessment from relevant authority
- Nominated occupation on skilled occupation list
- Recent work experience in nominated occupation
- Educational qualifications assessment
- Registration/licensure where required
Points System
- Age points (maximum 30 points for 25-32 years)
- English language points (maximum 20 points)
- Work experience points (maximum 20 points)
- Educational qualifications (maximum 20 points)
- Partner skills points (maximum 10 points)
- Regional study points (maximum 15 points)
Application Process
Our proven 5-step process ensures successful 189 visa applications.
Skills Assessment
Get your skills assessed by relevant Australian authority
- Choose assessing authority
- Submit qualifications
- Receive assessment outcome
- Address any gaps
Points Calculation
Calculate your points under the Australian points system
- Age points
- English language points
- Work experience points
- Education points
- Skills assessment points
Expression of Interest
Submit EOI through SkillSelect platform
- Create SkillSelect account
- Complete EOI profile
- Submit expression
- Wait for invitation
Invitation & Application
Receive invitation and submit complete application
- Document preparation
- Application submission
- Fee payment
- Biometric appointment
Visa Grant
Receive visa approval and arrange travel
- Medical clearance
- Character clearance
- Visa grant
- Initial entry requirements
Start Your 189 Visa Journey
Get a comprehensive assessment of your 189 visa eligibility. Our experts will guide you through the entire process to secure your Australian permanent residency.