You need at least 65 points, but higher points improve your chances of receiving an invitation.
189: Independent skilled visa (no nomination required).
190: Requires nomination from an Australian state or territory.
491: Provisional visa requiring state or family sponsorship and regional living.
You must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and meet the state-specific requirements.
Yes, a positive skills assessment from a relevant assessing authority is mandatory.
189 and 190 grant immediate PR.
491 is temporary but leads to PR via Subclass 191.
Only occupations listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) are eligible, which vary by visa subclass and state.
You must have:
A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE),
Proof of financial capacity,
English proficiency (e.g., IELTS),
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) intent.
It’s usually valid for the duration of your course, plus extra time (1–3 months) after completion.
Yes. You can work 48 hours per fortnight during study terms and unlimited hours during course breaks.
Yes. You can include dependents in your student visa application.
You may apply for a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) for work rights after graduation.
Yes, but you must meet the conditions and may require approval from your current provider if within 6 months.
820/801: For applicants applying from within Australia.
309/100: For applicants applying from outside Australia.
Yes. You get a temporary visa (820/309) first, then apply for permanent residency (801/100) after about 2 years.
Documents like:
Joint financial records,
Photos together,
Cohabitation documents,
Statements from friends/family.
Yes, you can work and study without restrictions once your temporary visa is granted.
It varies, but on average:
820/309: 6–20 months.
801/100: 12 months after becoming eligible.
You must have:
A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE),
Proof of financial capacity,
English proficiency (e.g., IELTS),
Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) intent.
It’s usually valid for the duration of your course, plus extra time (1–3 months) after completion.
Yes. You can work 48 hours per fortnight during study terms and unlimited hours during course breaks.
Yes. You can include dependents in your student visa application.
You may apply for a Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485) for work rights after graduation.
Yes, but you must meet the conditions and may require approval from your current provider if within 6 months.
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