THE AUSTRALIAN SKILLED MIGRATION POINTS TEST
EMK Global assists people in obtaining visas to migrate to Australia for work and study. The migration points test applies to a number of different skilled visas including the Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189), the Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)
The migration points test is a points-based system – you will require a minimum score of 65 points, however the higher your points score is, the more likely you will be invited to apply for a visa. At the time that you are invited to apply for your visa, you must be able to show your Migration Points Test score as specified in your expression of interest.
EMK Global can assist you with your visa applications and can help you understand your requirements – get in touch with us on (+61) 487 026 666 or Book Appointment Online meeting to discuss the migration points test in more detail.
SKILLED MIGRATION POINTS TEST
Points for the Skilled Migration Points Test are awarded based on the criteria listed below:
Age
At the time of being invited to apply for a subclass 189, 190 visa, you must be under the age of 50.
English Language Skills:
You must undertake an English test exam at some point in the three years prior to being invited to apply for your visa. You must achieve at least competent English in order to apply for a subclass 189, 190 or 489 visa, but additional points will be given for higher scores:
OVERSEAS EMPLOYMENT
In the 10 years before you are invited to apply for your visa, you have been employed outside of Australia in your nominated skilled profession or a closely related skilled occupation for:
AUSTRALIAN EMPLOYMENT
In the 10 years prior to being invited to apply for your visa, you have been employed within Australia for your nominated skilled profession or a closely related skilled occupation for:
QUALIFICATIONS
At the time of applying for your visa, you have completed a formal qualification including:
A Doctorate from an Australian educational institution or other Bachelor degree of a recognised standard20 points
OTHER FACTORS
There are a number of additional factors that may award you additional points towards the Skilled Migration Points Test including:
The information on this page was correct that time of writing, however Australian immigration law is complex and the regulations and procedures change regularly. While we attempt to keep the information relating to the Skilled Migration Points Test as up to date as possible, we recommend that you get in touch with us to confirm the latest requirements and to consult with one of our professional migration agents regarding skilled migration visas.
EMK Global is a leading expert in the field of international education and migration to Australia. Our head office is located in Sydney, Australia and we have branch offices in Vietnam and Pakistan.