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Australia Points System
Due to its high quality of life, vibrant culture and strong economy, Australia has become one of the world’s most prominent destinations in the world among immigrants. An Australian PR permits an individual to live and work in Australia for five years. In addition, one can apply for permanent citizenship after three years.
In order to be eligible for Australian PR Visa, the candidates are required to score at least 65 points on the Skill select system along with which their occupation must also be listed on the Skilled Occupation List. However, it must be noted that meeting the minimum criteria doesn’t guarantee an ITA. Candidates who score the highest points in the pool are usually preferred over others, therefore one must boost try to boost their scores.
There are various types of categories available via the Skilled Immigration Visas which specifies scoring of minimum points for the Australia PR Visa. Following are the subclasses for which the candidates need PR points:
Eligibility Criteria for Australian PR
Factors affecting Australian Points Calculator
Well, there are many factors on the basis of which these points are allocated. Following are the same:
Factors | Maximum Points |
Age (25-33 years) | 30 points |
English proficiency (8 bands) | 20 points |
Work Experience outside Australia (8-10 years) | 15 points |
Work Experience in Australia (8-10 years) | 20 points |
Education (outside Australia) – Doctorate degree | 20 points |
Doctorate or master’s degree by research in Australia or similar skilled degrees | 10 points |
Study in a regional area | 5 points |
Proficient in community language | 5 points |
Professional year in a skilled program in Australia | 5 points |
State sponsorship (190 visa) | 5 points |
Skilled spouse (Age, Skills & English language requirements to be met) | 10 points |
Spouse or de facto partner with competent English (No need to meet Skills requirement or age factor) | 5 points |
Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner or where a spouse is an Australian citizen or PR holder | 10 points |
How are these points calculated?
These points are attained on the basis of the following factors:
1) Age
The candidates will get maximum of 30 points if they are aged between 25 to 32 years.
Age | Points |
18-24 years | 25 |
25-32 years | 30 |
33-39 years | 25 |
40-44 years | 15 |
2) Language proficiency: If the candidates score 8 bands in the IELTS exam then they can get a maximum of 20 points. The candidates can also take other tests such as IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc.
3) Work experience: The candidates will get a maximum 15 points if they have more than 8 years of experience in the last 10 years in any skilled employment outside Australia.
Skilled employment outside Australia | Points |
Less than 3 years | 0 |
3-4 years | 5 |
5-7 years | 10 |
8-10 years | 15 |
If the candidates have 8-10 years of work experience in skilled employment then will get a maximum of 20 points.
Skilled employment in Australia | Points |
Less than 1 year | 0 |
1-2 years | 5 |
3-4 years | 10 |
5-7 years | 15 |
8-10 years | 20 |
4) Education: The Maximum points are given to a doctorate degree from an Australian university or a doctorate from a university outside Australia. The degree outside Australia must be recognized by the Australian government.
Qualifications | Points |
A Doctorate degree from an Australian university or institute outside Australia. | 20 |
A Bachelor (or Masters) degree from an Australian university or institute outside Australia. | 15 |
Diploma or trade qualification completed in Australia | 10 |
Any qualification or award recognized by the relevant assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation. | 10 |
Masters by research or a Doctorate degree from an Australian educational institution in the STEM fields | 10 |
5) Spouse application: Additional 10 points will be provided to the candidates in their skill select EOI if their spouse is accompanying them. In order to gain these points the spouse of the candidate is required to meet following requirements:
Based on the changes in the Australia points-based system from November 2019, candidates can get points on the below mentioned criteria for spouse application:
Spouse qualification | Points |
Spouse has a PR visa or is an Australian citizen | 10 |
Spouse has competent English and has a Positive Skill Assessment | 10 |
Spouse has only competent English | 5 |
Other qualifications: The candidates can also get points if they meet any of the below mentioned criteria:
Study in a regional area Accredited in community language Professional year in a skilled program in Australia State sponsorship (190 visa) Relative or regional sponsorship (491 visa) | 5 points |
What are the documents required of Australia permanent residency?
If the candidate meets all the necessary requirements mentioned above and has gained 65 points in the Australian Point Calculation System then he/she can apply for Australian Permanent Residency. Following are the key requirements for Indian Citizens to migrate to Australia:
How to get PR in Australia?
Here is the step by step process to get Australian PR:
FAQs
1) How to apply for PR in Australia from India?
Initially the candidates need to select the occupation from the SOL i.e., Skilled Occupation List. Then they need to qualify for the Australian Points Calculator. On successfully qualifying in the same, the candidates then are required to lodge their Expression of Interest (EOI) through the skill select. Afterwards, if the candidates get the Invitation to apply then they need to submit the PR application. Lastly, they are required to obtain Medical and Clearance Certificates and get their Visa Grant.
2) What is the processing time of Australia PR?
Due to the various stages involved in the Australia PR process, each stage has a different processing time.
3) What is the Australian PR processing time?
Though the processing time for Australian PR is 10-12months. However, it is dependent on case to case.
4) What are Australian PR rules?
The applicant is required to score minimum 65 points in order to be eligible for Australian PR. In addition to that, he/she must also be less than 45 years old at the time of the application and their work experience should be in the demand list of Australia.
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