Skilled Migration Visa

The Skilled Migration Visa is a program that allows skilled professionals to move to Australia permanently. There are three main visa streams under the Skilled Migration Visa:

  • Independent Skilled Visa (subclass 189): This visa is for skilled professionals who meet the eligibility requirements and score enough points in the Skilled Migration Points Test.
  • Nominated Skilled Visa (subclass 190): This visa is for skilled professionals who have been nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
  • Regional (provisional) Skilled Visa (subclass 491): This visa is for skilled professionals who are willing to live and work in a regional area of Australia.

To be eligible for the Skilled Migration Visa, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You must have a skilled occupation that is on the Skilled Occupations List.
  • You must have enough points in the Skilled Migration Points Test.
  • You must meet the English language requirements.
  • You must have a valid health insurance.
  • You must have enough money to support yourself and your dependents while you are in Australia.

The processing time for the Skilled Migration Visa is usually between 6 and 12 months.

If you are interested in applying for the Skilled Migration Visa, you can do so online through the Department of Home Affairs website.

Here are some of the benefits of the Skilled Migration Visa:

  • You can live and work permanently in Australia.
  • You can bring your family members to Australia.
  • You can access Australian healthcare and education.
  • You can contribute to the Australian economy.

If you are a skilled professional who is looking to move to Australia permanently, the Skilled Migration Visa is a great option. It can help you achieve your career goals and build a new life in Australia.

Here are some additional things to keep in mind about the Skilled Migration Visa:

  • The eligibility requirements and points test may change from time to time.
  • The number of visas available under each stream is limited.
  • The processing time for the visa may vary depending on the visa stream and the application workload.

If you are interested in learning more about the Skilled Migration Visa, you can visit the Department of Home Affairs website or contact a registered migration agent.

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