Australia Skilled Migration Points Test (Applicable to 189 / 190 / 491)
Factor | Criteria | Points |
---|---|---|
Age | 18–24 years | 25 |
25–32 years | 30 | |
33–39 years | 25 | |
40–44 years | 15 | |
45 and above | Not eligible | |
English Language Ability | Competent English (IELTS 6 / PTE 50) | 0 |
Proficient English (IELTS 7 / PTE 65) | 10 | |
Superior English (IELTS 8 / PTE 79) | 20 | |
Skilled Employment (Overseas) | 3 to <5 years | 5 |
5 to <8 years | 10 | |
8+ years | 15 | |
Skilled Employment (Australia) | 1 to <3 years | 5 |
3 to <5 years | 10 | |
5 to <8 years | 15 | |
8+ years | 20 | |
Educational Qualifications | Doctorate (PhD) | 20 |
Bachelor’s / Master’s | 15 | |
Diploma / Trade qualification | 10 | |
Qualification recognised by authority | 10 | |
Australian Study Requirement | Min. 2 years study in Australia | 5 |
Specialist Education | Master’s / Doctorate in STEM (Aus) | 10 |
Partner Skills | Partner with competent English only | 5 |
Partner with skills + competent English | 10 | |
Single / Aus citizen or PR partner | 10 | |
Other Factors | Credentialed community language (NAATI) | 5 |
Professional Year in Australia | 5 | |
Study in regional area (Australia) | 5 | |
Nomination / Sponsorship | 190 (State Nomination) | 5 |
491 (Regional / Family Sponsorship) | 15 |