Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) Visa

Invited skilled workers, eligible nationals of New Zealand, eligible holders of Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passports, and anyone possessing the skills required in Australia are permitted to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia through the Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) Visa.

The Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) Visa offers the Points-tested, New Zealand, and Hong Kong Streams. The Points-tested stream of Subclass 189 is one of the most popular visas offered in the Skilled Migration Program.

Benefits of Subclass 189

Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) Visa offers the following benefits to its holders:

● Stay in Australia permanently
● Work and study in Australia
● Enrol in Medicare
● Travel to and from Australia for 5 years
● Sponsor eligible relatives to come to Australia
● Apply for Australian citizenship, if eligible

Eligibility

Individuals who wish to apply for a Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) Visa must meet the following requirements:

● Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)

● Be invited to apply

● Have a suitable skills assessment at the time of invitation

● Meet the skills requirement for this visa

● Score at least 65 points or more

● Be under 45 years of age

● Hold an eligible visa if already in Australia

● Have competent English

● Meet the health requirements

● Meet the character requirements

Before one decides to apply for a Subclass 189 Visa, checking if their occupation falls on the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) is essential.

Location when Applying

Individuals can be in or outside Australia when they apply for a Subclass 189 Visa.

Including Family

Members of the family unit can be included in the main applicant’s application during visa lodgement, or after lodgement and before the authorities make the decision.

Process

Step 1 Start Visa Process with FBP International
Step 2 Lodge Skill Assessment
Step 3 Lodge EOI
Step 4 Receive Invitation to Apply
Step 5 Lodge Visa
Result Visa Grant

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