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Points Calculator
This Points Test calculator can give you an idea of your points score for a points-tested skilled visa.

Important information:

  • This points calculator is based on Skilled Independent Subclass 189.
  • General passmark is 65 points.
  • Additional points may be earned for state sponsored SC190 visa, or 5 points for family/state sponsored SC491 provisional visa.
  • There may be specific points related requirements for your specific occupation.
  • After having sighted your information we will confirm your preliminary points total.

Age*

English

How would you rate your English language ability?

Competent English: At least IELTS 6 or equivalent
Proficient English: At least IELTS 7 or equivalent
Superior English: At least IELTS 8 or equivalent

Skilled employment in the last 10 years – outside Australia

Thinking about your work experience overseas, in the last 10 years, how long have you worked in your nominated occupation?

Less than 3 years
3-4 years
5-7 years
8-10 years

Skilled employment in the last 10 years – in Australia

Thinking about your work experience in Australia, how long have you worked in your nominated occupation?

Less than 1 year
1-2 years
3-4 years
5-7 years
8-10 years

Qualifications

What is your highest qualification?

Doctorate degree (PhD)
Bachelor or Master degree
Diploma or trade qualification

Australian study requirement
Yes
No

Specialist education qualification
Yes
No

Do you have a state SC491 or family-sponsored SC491 visa?
Yes
No

Are you STEM qualified (science, technology, engineering, maths)?
Yes
No

Spouse / Partner Details
Skilled partner with competent English
Partner with competent English
No spouse / partner

Other
Accredited in a community language
Professional year in Australia

Preliminary Points Score
0

Based on the information provided you are not likely to satisfy the points for a points-tested visa.

NOTE: actual Assessed Points may differ from points claimed in this calculator. We will confirm your total Assessed points when we assess your supporting documents.

You may earn an additional 5 points for state sponsored sc190 visa, or 15 points for state provisional visa.

✅ Based on the information provided you appear to meet the minimum points requirement.
❌ Sorry! You are not eligible

Additional Notes

From 16/11/2019 the sc491 replaces the sc489 visa:

  • Additional points may apply up to 90+, examples:
  • 15 points for state/territory nomination
  • 10 points for STEM qualifications
  • 10 points for skilled spouse or single applicants
  • 5 points if your partner has competent English 
NEW REGIONAL VISAS



About the new sc491 & 494 visas

    • The sc491 visa replaces the sc489 provisional visa
    •  This visa will allow skilled workers and their family unit to live, work and study in designated regional areas for 5 yrs
    • After earning at least the TSMIT (currently at $79499) p/a, CSIT $76515, SSIT $141210 you will be eligible to apply for permanent residency through the sc191 pathway
    • You must be nominated by & be invited to apply by a state, territory or an eligible family member living in a designated area
    • ‘Regional’ Australia: everywhere apart from Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane
    • You cannot apply for any other skilled visa or partner visa for 3 yrs
    • Incentives for migrations to stay in regional areas and build ties through community participation and workforce.

Contact

Please complete our online Assessment Form so we can prepare a preliminary assessment of your visa options and its related cost.

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