Skilled Independent Visa

Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189)  – Permanent Residency

The Skilled 189 visa is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or family member or nominated by a state or territory government. The Skilled 189 visa allows you to live and work anywhere in Australia as a permanent resident.

Key features applicable to Skilled visas:

• you  must nominate an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list for the visa subclass you wish to apply for
• you must prove that you have relevant skills for your nomination occupation, different criteria applies for each occupation
• the best option for you will depend on your specific situation
• you must not have turned 45 years of age, if you are over 45 other visa options may apply
• you must meet at least 65 points of the migration points test *please note in some cases 65 points will not be sufficient
• you must prove that you have at least a competent level of english, the english score applicable for your situation will depend on various factors including your occupation, visa subclass and your overall skills and experience
• You can be in or outside Australia when you apply and when the visa is granted – the entire process can be managed by our specialists wherever you are located

As migration laws are complex and legislation changes regularly it is important to ensure that you obtain the right information for your specific situation. We recommend you request a migration assessment to ensure you have a clear understanding of all options before making any decisions.