Your points add up
to a life in Australia.
Run our free PR Points Estimator to see your SkillSelect score in minutes — then let our MARA-registered agents map the fastest route from where you stand today to permanent residency.
Three pathways. One points system.
Australia's skilled migration program runs on a points test. The right visa for you depends on your score, your occupation, and whether a state or region will back your application.
Skilled Independent Visa
Permanent residency without employer or state sponsorship — the most direct pathway for high scorers in in-demand occupations.
- No sponsorship required
- Live and work anywhere in Australia
- Permanent residency from day one
- 65+ points required (85–90 invited)
- Occupation must be on the MLTSSL
Skilled Nominated Visa
Permanent residency through state or territory nomination. Nomination adds 5 points and opens a wider occupation list than the 189.
- State/territory nomination required
- +5 points for nomination
- Permanent residency from grant
- Initially settle in nominating state
- Broader occupation list
Skilled Work Regional Visa
A 5-year provisional visa for regional Australia, with a clear pathway to permanent residency through Subclass 191. Adds 15 points.
- State/territory or family nomination
- +15 points for nomination
- 5-year provisional → 191 PR pathway
- Live and work in regional Australia
- Lower effective points threshold
How the PR points system actually works
Every part of your profile converts into points. The pass mark is 65 — but in practice, most invitations land at 80 and above. Here's exactly how each factor is scored.
Age max 30 pts
- 18–24 years 25 pts
- 25–32 years 30 pts
- 33–39 years 25 pts
- 40–44 years 15 pts
- 45 years and over 0 pts
English Language max 20 pts
- Competent (IELTS 6) 0 pts
- Proficient (IELTS 7) 10 pts
- Superior (IELTS 8) 20 pts
- TOEFL, PTE, Cambridge accepted —
Qualifications max 20 pts
- PhD (Australian institution) 20 pts
- Bachelor or higher 15 pts
- Diploma or trade qualification 10 pts
- Australian study bonus +5 pts
- Specialist (STEM) education +10 pts
Work Experience max 20 pts
- Overseas 5–7 years 10 pts
- Overseas 8+ years 15 pts
- Australia 1–2 years 5 pts
- Australia 3–7 years 10 pts
- Australia 8+ years 20 pts
Bonus Points
- Partner skills & English +10 pts
- Community language (NAATI) +5 pts
- Regional study (Australia) +5 pts
- State nomination (190) +5 pts
- Regional nomination (491) +15 pts
Skills Assessment
- Must be positive before you apply —
- Body depends on your occupation —
- Engineers Australia · VETASSESS · ACS · AHPRA —
- Takes 4–16 weeks — start early —
PR Points Estimator
Six quick questions. Two minutes. A live, honest read on your SkillSelect score.
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From EOI to visa grant
From your first free assessment to the day your visa is granted — here's what working with Global Migrations looks like, stage by stage.
Free Assessment
We calculate your exact points, check your occupation code, and tell you honestly which visa pathway is realistic for you.
Skills Assessment
We identify the right assessing body for your occupation and help you prepare a compelling skills assessment application.
Expression of Interest
We lodge your EOI in SkillSelect with maximum points and track every invitation round — plus state nomination opportunities.
Invitation & Application
Once invited, we prepare your complete visa application with every supporting document — leaving nothing to chance.
Medicals & Police
We coordinate health examinations, police clearances, and respond to any additional evidence requests from the Department.
Visa Grant
You receive your visa. We brief you on your obligations, arrival options, and any conditions — then celebrate with you.
Real people. Real visas granted.
Our clients come from every corner of the world and every walk of life. Here's what they say about working with us.
"I tried to navigate the points system on my own and gave up after two weeks. The team at Global Migrations calculated my score, found two bonus points I had missed, and had my EOI lodged the same week. Got my 189 invitation 3 months later."
"They recommended the 190 pathway because my score wasn't high enough for the 189. That turned out to be exactly right — I had Victoria nomination within 2 months and my PR was granted 9 months later."
"As a tradesperson I wasn't sure the skilled migration pathway was even open to me. Global Migrations explained the 491 regional pathway and how it leads to permanent residency. My visa was granted."
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