Step-by-step pathway
Plan your Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) application from initial eligibility checks through submission and the final decision.
Steps
5
Active prep
~188 days
Confirm your occupation is on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) required for the Subclass 189 visa.
Practical tip: Use the official ANZSCO code search on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Submit your qualifications and experience to the relevant assessing authority (e.g., Engineers Australia, ACS, VETASSESS) for a positive skills assessment.
Practical tip: Gather all original certificates, transcripts and employment references before applying.
Achieve the required score in IELTS, PTE, or TOEFL iBT. Subclass 189 requires Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each band or equivalent).
Practical tip: PTE is often faster to book and results are available within 5 business days.
Lodge your EOI through SkillSelect. Points are calculated based on age, English, skilled employment, qualifications, and partner skills. You need at least 65 points.
Practical tip: Higher points mean a better chance of receiving an invitation. The typical invitation score is 85–90+.
Once invited, you have 60 days to lodge your visa application online via ImmiAccount. Include health exams and police clearances.
Practical tip: Book health exams immediately after receiving your invitation to avoid delays.
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