Achieve Australian Permanent Residency
Expert strategy for Subclass 189, 190, and 491 points-tested visas, employer-sponsored nominations, and ANZSCO skills verification.
Australia’s Department of Home Affairs manages a competitive points-tested migration program targeting long-term demographic and industrial productivity requirements, utilizing a mix of independent, state-nominated, and employer-sponsored corridors.
Primary Immigration Pathways
Skills in Demand Visa (Subclass 482 Replacement)
Operates via a tiered system. The Core Skills Pathway requires an occupation on the CSOL. The Specialist Skills Pathway offers priority 7-day processing for highly skilled professionals earning above threshold.
Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent)
Permanent residency visa that does not require state or employer sponsorship; awarded strictly on points competition and critical skill need.
Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated)
Permanent residency granting an additional 5 points for state or territory government endorsement in exchange for a two-year regional living commitment.
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional)
Provisional 5-year visa offering a 15-point bonus for applicants settling in designated regional areas, transitioning to PR after three years.
The Application Procedure
Secure an affirmative assessment from the designated authority (e.g., Engineers Australia, ACS for IT). This is absolute and non-negotiable.
Attain Superior (IELTS 8.0/PTE 79) or Proficient (IELTS 7.0/PTE 65) English to maximize the points tally.
Lodge an online EOI detailing claims for age, education, offshore/onshore experience, and partner qualifications.
If targeting Subclass 190 or 491, submit state-specific registration of interest and wait for invitation rounds.
Lodge complete documentation within 60 days of receiving a formal Department of Home Affairs invitation.