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Australia General Skilled Migration Options

  • Overview

    Temporary visa suitable for international students who recently graduated from an Australian academic institute.

    Temporary Graduate Visa Stream

    • Post Study Work Stream

      • For international students who recently graduated with a bachelor degree (or above) from an Australian institution.

    • Graduate Work Stream

      • For international students who recently graduated with a diploma in skills and qualifications relevant to in demand specific occupations in Australia.

    Common eligibility Criteria

    • Age

      • The main applicant must be under 50 years of age at the date of lodgement.

    • English Requirements

      • Applicant must hold certain types of passport or undertake an English test

        • Valid passports

          • United Kingdom

          • USA

          • New Zealand

        • English Test

          • International English Language Testing System (IELTS): Overall score of 6 and at least 5 in each band

          • Occupational English Test (OET): B pass in each band

          • Pearson: Overall score of 64 with at least 4 in listening and reading, and at least 14 in writing and speaking

          • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) Internet-based Test (iBT): overall score of 64 with at least 4 in listening and reading, and at least 14 in writing and speaking

          • Cambridge: overall average score of 169 with at least 154 in each band

    • Study in Australia

      • 2 year study and completed qualifications within six months of applying for the visa

    Benefits

    • Work and study rights

    • Visa validity duration

      • Graduate work stream

        • Valid for 18 months from the date of visa grant

      • Post study work stream

        • Visa validity up to 4 years depending on the qualifications and which regional area in Australia you completed your study. If you study in Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane visa duration will be:

          • 2 years (Bachelor Degree, Bachelor with Honours, Masters by coursework or Masters)

          • 3 years (Masters by Research)

          • 4 years (Doctorate)

    • Include family members

      • Spouse

      • De facto partners

      • Same-sex partners

      • Dependent children

  • Overview

    Points-tested permanent visa for skilled workers with relevant occupation on the Medium and Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLSSL)

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Age

      • The main applicant must be 44 years of age or younger to be invited to apply.

    • Points-test

      • You must be able to score at least 65 points or more with necessary evidence to claim all points

    • Skills requirements

      • Have a suitable skills assessment for the occupation

      • Occupation must be listed on the 189 occupation list (MLTSSL)

    • Submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

    • English language requirements

      • Must be at least competent English

    Benefits

    • Stay in Australia indefinitely

    • Study and work rights

    • Enroll in Australia’s public health care scheme (Medicare)

    • Sponsor relatives to enter Australia

    • Travel outside and re-enter Australia for the first 5 years upon your visa grant

    • Become eligible to apply for citizenship if requirements are met

  • Overview

    Points-based permanent visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Age

      • The main applicant must be 44 years of age or younger to be invited to apply.

    • Points-test

      • You must be able to score at least 65 points or more with necessary evidence to claim all points

    • Skills requirements

      • Have a suitable skills assessment for the occupation

      • Occupation must be listed on the 189 occupation list (MLTSSL)

    • Submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

    • English language requirements

      • Must be at least competent English

    Benefits

    • Live in Australia indefinitely

    • Work and study rights

    • Enrol in Australia’s public health care scheme (Medicare)

    • Sponsor relatives to enter Australia

    • Travel outside and re-enter Australia for the first 5 years upon your visa grant

    • Become eligible to apply for citizenship if requirements are met

  • Overview

    A 5 year provisional visa allowing skilled workers and their families to live, work and study in designated regional areas of Australia. Successful visa holders will be eligible to apply for a Permanent residency three years after their visa is granted.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Age

      • The main applicant must be under 45 years of age to be invited to apply.

    • Points-test

      • You must be able to score at least 65 points or more with necessary evidence to claim all points

    • Skills requirements

      • Occupation must be on the combined list of eligible skilled occupations for a 491 visa.

    • Submission of an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect

    • Nomination requirements

      • Main applicant must be nominated by an Australian State or Territory government agency or;

      • Sponsored by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area and be invited to apply for the visa

    • English language requirements>

      • At least Competent English for the main applicant

      • For eligible family members 18 years or older:

        • Functional English or;

        • Must pay a second instalment visa application charge

    Benefits

    • Stay in Australia for 5 years

    • Work and study in designated regional area of Australia

    • Travel to and from Australia as many times while the visa is valid

    • Become eligible to apply for permanent residency 3 years after the in

  • Overview

    Permanent visa option for people who have lived and worked full time within specified areas of regional Australia holding an eligible visa for at least 2 years.

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Hold an eligible visa

      • Subclass 489 - Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa

      • Subclass 495 - Skilled Independent Regional (Provisional) Visa

      • Subclass 475 - Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa

      • Bridging visa A or B

    • Have lived for at least 2 years as the holder of one or more eligible visas in

      • A regional or low-population growth metropolitan area if an Australian state or territory government nominated the applicant, or;

      • A designated area of Australia if a family member sponsored the applicant for the eligible visa

    • Have worked full-time for at least 12 months as a holder of one or more eligible visas

      • In regional or low-population growth metropolitan area if an Australian state or territory government nominated the applicant for the eligible visa, or;

      • A designated area of Australia if a family member sponsored the applicant for the eligible visa

    • Have complied with the conditions while holding the eligible visa

    Benefits

    • Stay in Australia indefinitely

    • Work and study rights

    • Enrol in Australia’s public health care scheme (Medicare)

    • Sponsor relatives to enter Australia

    • Travel outside and re-enter Australia for the first 5 years upon your visa grant

    • Become eligible to apply for citizenship if requirements are met

  • Overview

    Permanent visa suitable for people who are internationally recognized record of exceptional achievement in eligible fields (profession, sports Arts and academia & research).

    Eligibility Criteria

    • Be a benefit to the Australian community (economic, social, cultural or to raise Australia’s academic, artistic or sports global standing)

    • Be able to find work in their field in Australia or become independently establish their field in the country

    • Internationally recognised with a record of achievement

      • Prominent in their field

      • Have superior abilities among others in their field

      • Acclaimed as exceptional in any country in their field of practice

      • Have a record of sustained achievements that is not to decline in the near future

    • Nominated or endorsed by an Australian citizen, permanent resident or an eligible New Zealand citizen who has a national reputation in the same field

    • If applying onshore, you must hold a valid visa when you apply

    Benefits

    • Stay in Australia indefinitely

    • Work and study rights

    • Enrol in Australia’s public health care scheme (Medicare)

    • Sponsor relatives to enter Australia

    • Travel outside and re-enter Australia for the first 5 years upon your visa grant

    • Become eligible to apply for citizenship if requirements are met

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Common mistakes that can cost you your General Skilled Migration Visa

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Incorrectly Lodge EOI

Claiming points that are inaccurate can result in a refusal even if an invitation was issued.

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It is crucial to ensure that the points claimed are supported by valid and authentic documents, including credentials and references.

Documentation Errors

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It is crucial that the information provided is consistent and any doubts can result in a refusal on the application

Inconsistent Information

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Hiding Facts

Hiding any past convictions, forging work documents or education qualifications will reduce your chances at permanent residency.

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Lack of Knowledge on Eligibility Criteria

It is crucial that the information provided is consistent and any doubts can result in a refusal on the application

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The actual process involves proper research of immigration law and the assessment of supporting evidence from an experienced migration agent.

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Our Process

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Meet the Team

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    Richard Tan

    CEO

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    May

    Financial Director

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    Michelle

    Principal Solicitor

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    Marketing Specialist

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    Jack

    Senior Solicitor

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    Yan

    Solicitor

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    Linh

    Migration Consultant

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    Justine

    HR Manager

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    Ding

    Registered Migration Agent

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    Annie

    Registered Migration Agent

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    Nelia

    Client Success Team

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    Client Success Team

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    Emma

    Legal Assistant

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    Offshore Marketing Officer

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • In general, applicants must obtain a minimum of 65 points on their points assessment. An applicant must submit an expression of interest (EOI) and be invited by SkillSelect.

  • For General skilled migration visas, the age limit to migrate is 45 years of age. There are no exceptions.

  • Skilled migration visas are valid for up to five years. These visas allow highly skilled migrants to live and work in specified regional parts of Australia.

  • If main applicants fail to provide the required documents or submit the wrong formats, it will likely lead to a visa refusal.

  • If you are applying for visa subclass 189, you are not required to have a job offer, nomination or sponsorship from any Australian firm or territory. You just have to meet certain criteria to be eligible to apply.

  • The minimum skills assessment score for skilled visa application is at least 65 points. All points claimed are to be proven with necessary documents or the visa application will be refused.

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