Australia Visa Pathways

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Skilled Independent (189)
Skilled Nominated (190)
Skilled Regional (491)
Business & Investment (188)
Employer Sponsored Regional (494)
Employer Sponsored (482/186/187)
Student Visa (500)
Family Visas

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Information

The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) is a points-tested permanent-residency visa for skilled workers not sponsored by an employer, state/territory or family member.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Under 45 at invitation
  • ≥65 points
  • Occupation on SOL
  • Positive skills assessment
  • Competent English
  • Health & character clearances

Application Process

  1. 1
    English Language Test

    Take an approved English test (IELTS, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic or Cambridge).

  2. 2
    Skills Assessment

    Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant authority.

  3. 3
    Submit EOI

    Lodge your Expression of Interest via SkillSelect.

  4. 4
    Invitation to Apply

    Receive an invitation based on your points score.

  5. 5
    Lodge Visa Application

    Apply online within 60 days of invitation.

  6. 6
    Health & Police Checks

    Complete medical examinations and provide police clearance certificates.

  7. 7
    Visa Decision

    Wait for the Department to finalise your application.

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Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Skills-assessment letter
  • English results
  • Education & work evidence
  • Birth / marriage certificates
  • Police & medical checks
  • Form 80

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Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

Information

A permanent-residency visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory, obliging the holder to live in the nominating region initially.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Under 45 at invitation
  • ≥65 points (incl. 5 nomination points)
  • Occupation on state list
  • Positive skills assessment
  • State nomination approval
  • Competent English
  • Health & character clearances

Application Process

  1. 1
    English Test

    Meet English requirement.

  2. 2
    Skills Assessment

    Get positive skills assessment.

  3. 3
    State Nomination

    Apply for state nomination.

  4. 4
    EOI & Invite

    Submit EOI and receive invitation.

  5. 5
    Visa Application

    Lodge visa application.

  6. 6
    Health & Police

    Complete checks.

  7. 7
    Visa Granted

    Move to Australia.

190 Points Calculator

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Skills-assessment letter
  • English results
  • State nomination approval
  • Education & work evidence
  • Police & medical checks
  • Form 80

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Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)

Information

A five-year provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by eligible family in designated regional areas, leading to PR via subclass 191.

Eligibility Criteria

  • State nomination or family sponsorship
  • Under 45 at invitation
  • ≥65 points
  • Occupation on relevant list
  • Positive skills assessment
  • Commit to regional living

Application Process

  1. 1
    English Language Test

    Meet English requirement.

  2. 2
    Skills Assessment

    Get positive skills assessment.

  3. 3
    Nomination / Sponsorship

    Apply for state nomination or family sponsorship.

  4. 4
    EOI & Invite

    Submit EOI and receive invitation.

  5. 5
    Visa Application

    Lodge visa application.

  6. 6
    Health & Police Checks

    Complete checks.

  7. 7
    Visa Granted

    Move to regional Australia.

Skilled Work Regional Points Calculator (Subclass 491)

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Skills-assessment letter
  • English results
  • Nomination/sponsorship evidence
  • Education & work evidence
  • Police & medical checks
  • Form 80

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Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)

Information

The Subclass 494 visa enables regional employers to sponsor overseas workers for five years, with a pathway to permanent residency via subclass 191.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Valid regional employer nomination
  • Under 45 at application
  • Occupation on skilled list
  • Positive skills assessment (if required)
  • 3 years relevant experience
  • Competent English

Application Process

  1. 1
    English Language Test

    Meet English requirements.

  2. 2
    Skills Assessment

    Get a positive skills assessment if required.

  3. 3
    Employer Nomination

    An approved employer nominates you for the position in regional Australia.

  4. 4
    Visa Application

    Lodge the visa application after nomination approval.

  5. 5
    Health & Police Checks

    Complete health examinations and provide police clearance certificates.

  6. 6
    Visa Decision

    Start working in regional Australia with your sponsoring employer.

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Skills-assessment letter (if required)
  • English results
  • Employment references
  • Employer nomination approval
  • Police & medical checks
  • Form 80

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Employer Sponsored Visas (482 / 186 / 187)

Employer Sponsored Visas allow Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers to fill positions they cannot find suitable Australian candidates for. These visas include temporary and permanent options, providing pathways to work and eventually settle in Australia.

Main Visa Types

  • Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) Visa (Subclass 482) – for temporary work (2–4 years)
  • Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186) – direct pathway to permanent residency
  • Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) Visa (Subclass 187) – for regional areas

General Eligibility Criteria

  • Genuine job offer from an approved Australian employer
  • Occupation on the relevant skilled list
  • Relevant skills, qualifications and experience
  • Competent English
  • Health & character clearances

Application Process

  1. 1
    English Language Test

    Meet English requirements.

  2. 2
    Skills Assessment

    Get a positive skills assessment if required.

  3. 3
    Employer Nomination

    An approved employer nominates you for the position.

  4. 4
    Visa Application

    Lodge the visa after nomination approval.

  5. 5
    Health & Police Checks

    Complete medicals and police clearances.

  6. 6
    Visa Decision

    Start working in Australia with your sponsoring employer.

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Skills-assessment letter (if required)
  • English results
  • Employment references
  • Employer nomination approval
  • Police & medical checks
  • Form 80

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Student Visa (Subclass 500)

Information

The Student Visa (subclass 500) allows full-time study at CRICOS-registered institutions, with work rights and post-study pathways to permanent residency.

Eligibility Criteria

  • Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE)
  • Genuine Temporary Entrant (GTE) requirement
  • Sufficient funds
  • English proficiency
  • OSHC
  • Health & character clearances

Application Process

  1. 1
    Choose Course

    Select a course at an Australian institution.

  2. 2
    Apply & Offer

    Apply and receive your Letter of Offer.

  3. 3
    CoE

    Accept offer and receive Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE).

  4. 4
    Documents

    Prepare finances, English test, and other required documents.

  5. 5
    Visa Application

    Apply online via ImmiAccount.

  6. 6
    Medical Examination

    Complete health check if requested.

  7. 7
    Visa Decision

    Fly to Australia and begin your studies.

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • CoE
  • English results
  • Educational certificates
  • Financial evidence
  • OSHC
  • GTE statement
  • Police & medical checks

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Family Visas

Information

Family visas allow Australian citizens, permanent residents or eligible New Zealanders to sponsor partners, parents, children or other relatives to live in Australia.

Eligibility Criteria (Partner Example)

  • Genuine married or de-facto relationship
  • Eligible sponsor
  • Health & character clearances
  • 12-month de-facto relationship (some exemptions)

Application Process (Partner Visa)

  1. 1
    Relationship Evidence

    Gather proof of genuine relationship.

  2. 2
    Sponsor Application

    Partner submits sponsorship application.

  3. 3
    Visa Application

    Lodge your visa application with evidence.

  4. 4
    Biometrics & Health

    Medical examination and biometrics.

  5. 5
    Police Clearances

    Police certificates from all countries.

  6. 6
    Temporary Visa

    Receive 309/820 temporary visa.

  7. 7
    Permanent Assessment

    Apply for permanent partner visa after approximately 2 years.

Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Relationship evidence
  • Marriage certificate or evidence of de-facto relationship
  • Financial evidence and joint assets
  • Photos together over time
  • Statutory declarations from friends and family
  • Police clearance certificates
  • Medical examination results
  • Form 80 – Personal particulars
  • Form 888 – Statutory declaration by supporting witness

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Business & Investment Visas

Information

Business visas (subclasses 188, 888, 132) are for entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who want to establish or manage a business in Australia, make a significant investment, or participate in entrepreneurial activities.

Eligibility Criteria

  • State/territory nomination (most streams)
  • Successful business or investment history
  • Sufficient assets to establish or invest
  • Meet points-test requirement (some streams)
  • Generally under 55 (exceptions exist)
  • Health & character clearances

Application Process

  1. 1
    Expression of Interest

    Submit EOI via SkillSelect.

  2. 2
    State Nomination

    Apply for state/territory nomination.

  3. 3
    Invitation to Apply

    Receive invitation.

  4. 4
    Visa Application

    Lodge comprehensive application.

  5. 5
    Checks

    Health & police clearances.

  6. 6
    Visa Granted

    Provisional visa granted.

  7. 7
    Fulfil Conditions

    Meet business/investment milestones for PR.

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Required Documents

  • Passport
  • Business plan and financial projections
  • Evidence of business ownership and management experience
  • Audited financial statements (last 2-4 years)
  • Bank statements and asset valuations
  • Evidence of net business and personal assets
  • English language test results (if required)
  • Police clearance certificates
  • Medical examination results
  • State nomination approval
  • Form 80 – Personal particulars

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