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Skilled migration is still important for the Australian government despite the recent economic downturn. Skilled migration is designed to attract highly skilled individuals, under 50 years of age, into Australia. The process involves obtaining a successful 'skills assessment' from the appropriate skills assessing body first (often the most difficult part of the application). On approval, the application can then be lodged. How we can help: We can advise individuals whether or not they meet the basic criteria and whether they score enough points to meet the pass mark (if required), or if they qualify for a non points tested visa. We can guide individuals through the skills assessment application, prepare and submit applications, advise on the supporting documentation required and liaise with the relevant authorities Please contact Dominic Higgins or click here for full contact information. |
There are three main options for skilled migration as an individual for applicants outside Australia. Two of these are permanent, one temporary.
Most skilled worker visas not involving employer sponsorship are points tested. Applicants require a total of 65 points to be eligible
1. Skilled - Independent (Migrant) visa
The applicant must be under 50 and meet English language requirements. Their occupation must be on a skilled occupation list and they must have relevant work experience in 12 of the 24 months leading up to the application. Previous relevant work experience will also be points tested.
2. Skilled - Sponsored (Migrant) visa
The requirements for this visa are similar to the visa above but applicants must be either sponsored by an eligible relative living in Australia or a participating state government. Points are awarded for applicants who have obtained state sponsorship, however no points are awarded for sponsorship by eligible relatives.
3. Skilled - Regional Sponsored (Provisional) visa
This is a three-year visa requiring the visa holder to live in a specified regional area. Points are awarded for sponsorship by an eligible relative living in a designated area of Australia or by a participating state government. If sponsored by an eligible relative, visa holders must live in a designated area, and, if sponsored by a state government, visa holders must live in a regional area. After living in Australia for two years, and working in a regional area or designated area for at least one year, applicants are eligible to apply for a permanent visa.
The remaining options are not points tested and require more specific qualifications or skills:
Skilled - Recognised Graduate (Temporary) visa
This option is limited to those who have gained an engineering degree from a limited number of overseas educational institutions. After the visa has been granted, visa holders have 18 months to gain work experience in Australia and can then apply for the permanent visa in Australia, which will be points tested.
Distinguished Talent visa
This option is not points tested. The applicant is required to be nominated by an Australian sponsor on the basis of their internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in a profession, the arts, sport, research or academia.
Last updated August 2011
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