Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

Australian Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a Permanent Visa and falls under the Australian Immigration points-based system. It was brought into being to cater to the skill shortages of Australia. Applicants must furnish that they possess the skills or the qualification of an occupation in the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) applicants are required to obtain a minimum of 60 points on a point assessment. Applicants do not need sponsorship from family or the Australian State/ Territory Government nomination.

Requirements:

The applicant (or their partner) must be able to satisfy the basic visa requirements related to Age, English language ability, Specific Work Experience, Skills, Qualification, Health and Character, in order to qualify for a Skilled Visa. The applicant has to score a minimum of 60 Points in order to qualify, based on these credentials.

Features of this Program:

• Permanent residents under the Australian Skilled Immigration Program have full access to health care benefits and certain social security payments.
• This Category permits the applicant an indefinite stay in Australia.
• Once landed in Australia, the applicant can sponsor their family for permanent residency in Australia.
• Permanent residents under this Category can apply for citizenship of Australia after staying there for 4 years.
• Dependents can accompany the applicant, provided they comply with the Australian Migration Law.

Eligibility for the Australia Skilled Immigration Program:

To migrate under the skilled sponsored visa, the applicants have to satisfy the basic requirements and must meet the 60 points to file for a visa.

English language: The applicant before the lodging, he/she should prove that they meet the English language of competence or vocational level by submitting the test results. He/ she should also meet the English Language threshold of minimum 6 bands of IELTS in all the components.

Age: The age of the applicant should be between 18 – 49 years.

Skill Assessment: It is mandatory for an applicant to get a positive skill assessment for a nominated occupation before the visa application is lodged.

Nominated occupations: The applicant should nominate an occupation on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) that matches with his/her skills, qualifications and work experience.