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 |