According to the Australian immigration point system, candidates can obtain the necessary points by completing the following criteria:
- Age: Applicants aged 18 to 44 may get points based on their age.
- English language: Applicants must demonstrate the necessary level of English ability by submitting test results from a reputable language assessment.
- Overseas Experience: Applicants can get points for having 3, 5, or 8 years of overseas experience in their specified occupation during the last decade.
- Australian Experience:
- The applicant can earn points for having worked full-time in Australia in an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).
- The applicant can earn points for having 1, 3, 5, or 8 years of Australian experience in their nominated occupation within the past 10 years.
- Overseas Qualification Points: The applicant may earn points for having recognized bachelor's, higher, or doctoral-level qualifications.
- Australian Study: The applicant can gain additional points for completing an Australian educational program of at least two academic years.
- Regional Living and Study: The applicant may receive extra points if they have fulfilled the Australian study requirement by residing and studying in a 'regional low population growth metropolitan area' for at least 2 years.
- Partner Skills: The applicant can earn points for their partner meeting basic criteria such as age, English proficiency, qualifications, and skills assessment.
What Visa are you Applying For?
Depending on the type of visa you are applying for, your PR points will change. For example, if you apply for a Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189, then unfortunately, you will not receive any points. However, Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa Subclass 491 will give you 5 points and 15 points respectively.
Skilled Occupation List (SOL) Australia 2024
Australia has a wide range of skilled jobs. The major goal of this occupation list is to attract talented individuals looking for short- and long-term work opportunities in Australia. The Australian Department of Immigration updates its list of skilled vocations on a regular basis to reflect current labor market needs. Individuals seeking Australian permanent residency through state sponsorship must check the skilled occupations list prior to applying for an Australian permanent residency visa.
Points Criteria
Your eligibility for an Australian permanent residency visa is determined by your points score. As mentioned, you must earn a minimum of 65 points under the Points Grid. The table below outlines the different criteria used to award these points.
| Category |
Maximum points |
| Age (25-32 years) |
30 |
| English proficiency (Band 8) |
20 |
Work experience outside Australia (8+ years)
Work experience in Australia (8+ years) |
15
20 |
| Education (outside Australia) Doctorate degree |
20 |
| Doctorate or Master’s degree in Australia |
20 |
Study in regional Australia
Accredited in community language
Professional year in a skilled program in Australia
State sponsorship (190 visa) |
5
5
5
5 |
| Partner Skills |
10 |
Please note that the points for each section are evaluated using various parameters set forth in the immigration guidelines, and a technical evaluation is necessary to determine your accurate scores and eligibility for different immigration programs. The Quick Eligibility Check does not guarantee the displayed scores; you may earn better or lower scores when our expert team performs a technical examination. There are several assessing bodies that undertake skill assessments, and the specific body will be determined by your specified occupation. Each organization has its own standards for determining an applicant's talents. Similarly, each state or territory has its own set of sponsorship standards that applicants must complete. As a result, it is highly advised that applicants undertake a technical evaluation.
