Australia Point System

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:

• Skilled Independent visa in Subclass 189
• Skilled Nominated visa in Subclass 190
• Territory nominated/ sponsored visa in Subclass 489

Eligibility Criteria for Australian PR

• Points Requirement – In order to be eligible for Australian PR, the candidate is required to score minimum 65 points under the point’s grid system.
• Age – The candidate’s age must be below 45 years to apply for Australian PR.
• Language Proficiency – The candidate also needs to show the proof of proficiency in English language. For the same he/she is required to take the language proficiency test.
• Nominated Occupation – The occupation under which the candidate would be working must be listed in Australia’s demand list.
• Skill Assessment – The candidate’s skills are assessed on the basis of their education and work experience.
• Health and Character Requirement – In addition to the above criteria, the candidates are also required to meet the health and character requirements. The candidates must be in a sound character and must have physical and mental fitness to live and work in Australia.
• Proof of Funds – The candidates must also show the proof of sufficient funds that he/she can support themselves and their family (If accompanying) to settle in Australia.

Factors affecting Australian Points Calculator
Well, there are many factors on the basis of which these points are allocated. Following are the same:

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.

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.

If the candidates have 8-10 years of work experience in skilled employment then will get a maximum of 20 points.

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.

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:

• The age of the spouse must be less than 45 years of age
• He/She Should attain basic score in English Language
• The Job occupation code of the spouse should be in the same occupation list as the primary applicant list.

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:

Other qualifications:  The candidates can also get points if they meet any of the below mentioned criteria:

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:

• Educational certificates
• English language proficiency
• Skill Assessment Report
• Marriage Certificate (If applicable)
• Divorce Certificate (If applicable)
• Work experience certificates (if applicable)
• Travel documents (passports, permission to migrate from relevant authorities)
• Medical and police verification certificates
• Proof of settlement funds (bonds, bank accounts, cash, shares etc.)
• Others (Depending on the different Visas)

How to get PR in Australia?
Here is the step by step process to get Australian PR:

• Step 1:The candidate needs to check whether he/she meeting the minimum score requirement or not.
• Step 2: The second step is to select the right skills assessing body for 1st step application of the Australian process.
• Step 3: On successful assessment of education and work experience, the candidate is then required to apply for “skill select (pool system)”
• Step 4: On the basis of the score, the candidate will receive an “Invitation to Apply” (ITA).
• Step 5: Within 60 days of receiving the ITA, the candidate is then required to apply with DIBP for the final stage.
• Step 6: On submission of the medicals and PCC, the candidate’s visa will be approved.

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.

• Skill Assessment: 45 days to 60 days
• Expression of Interest: Depends the candidates score
• Visa Application Submission: 60 days post Invitation to Apply is received.
• Visa Approval: It takes about 3 – 5 months to get the Visa approval as the authorities follows a thorough research. Once they get satisfied, they provide the visa.

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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