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Australia · Permanent residence

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)

Processing
6-12 months
Cost
From A$4,910
Validity
Permanent residence

Points-based permanent visa without employer sponsorship.

Requirements

  • Occupation on skilled occupation list
  • Positive skills assessment
  • Minimum 65 points on points test
  • IELTS 6.0 each band
  • Under 45 years old

Time and cost

Processing time
6-12 months
Validity
Permanent residence
Cost

From A$4,910

Required

  • A$4,910 visa application charge

Documents

  • Skills assessment

    From assessing authority

  • English test

    IELTS, PTE, etc.

  • Qualification evidence

    All degrees/certs

  • Police clearances

    From all countries lived

Tips

  • No job offer needed
  • Invitations are competitive and favor higher scores
  • Consider state nomination (190) for extra 5 points