- 1. Points-tested stream
- To be eligible for this stream, the applicant must:
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- 1. Be under 45 years of age
- 2. Have a relevant occupation as per the Skilled Occupation List
- 3. Have a skills assessment for the occupation
- 4. Be invited to apply
- 5. Score a minimum of 65 points
- 6. Have a competent level of English
- 7. Meet health and character requirements
- 8. Not have had a visa cancelled or a previous application refused
How to apply for 189 visa?
- 1. Check if the occupation is present in the skilled occupation list issued by the government.
- 2. Get your skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority
- 3. If you are applying for the points-tested stream, score above 65 points to be eligible for the invitation.
- 4. Submit an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect. This is done to obtain an invitation from the government.
- 5. Once the invitation is received, the visa can be lodged.
- 6. The visa gets approved after the official process, and you are free to migrate to Australia.