Flynn Immigration: Australia's Points-Based
Immigration System
Australia's immigration system allows
prospective applicants to self-assess their eligibility through a points-based
system. Candidates must score a minimum of 60 points to qualify for Skilled
Immigration to Australia. Points are awarded based on various factors such as
age, English proficiency, work experience, and qualifications.
Age
|
Age Group |
Maximum Points |
|
18 to 24 |
25 |
|
25 to 32 |
30 |
|
33 to 39 |
25 |
|
40 to 44 |
15 |
|
45 to 49 |
0 |
Proficiency and Competency in English Language
|
English Proficiency Level |
Maximum Points |
|
Competent English (IELTS 6 / OET C) |
0 |
|
Proficient English (IELTS 7 / OET B) |
10 |
|
Superior English (IELTS 8 / OET A) |
20 |
Skilled Employment for the Last Ten Years in
Australia
|
Work Experience
(Australia) |
Maximum Points |
|
At least one but less
than three years |
5 |
|
At least three but
less than five years |
10 |
|
At least five but
less than eight years |
15 |
|
At least eight and up
to 10 years |
20 |
Skilled Employment for the Last Ten Years
Outside Australia
|
Work Experience (Overseas) |
Maximum Points |
|
At least three but less than five years |
5 |
|
At least five but less than eight years |
10 |
|
At least eight and up to 10 years |
15 |
Qualifications
|
Educational
Qualification |
Maximum Points |
|
Doctorate from an
Australian institution |
20 |
|
Bachelor degree or
higher from an Australian institution |
15 |
|
Diploma, trade
qualification, or equivalent |
10 |
Educational Qualifications Earned in Australia
|
Study/Education in Australia |
Maximum Points |
|
Diplomas or trade qualifications |
5 |
Specialist Education Qualification
|
Other Factors |
Maximum Points |
|
Credentialed community language qualifications |
5 |
|
Study in regional Australia |
5 |
|
Partner skill qualifications |
5 |
|
Professional Year completion |
5 |
Nomination/Sponsorship
|
Nomination Status |
Maximum Points |
|
State or Territory
government (visa subclass 190 only) |
5 |
|
State or Territory
government or eligible family member sponsorship (visa subclass 489 only) |
10 |
Points Adjustments for Recent Policy Changes
|
Particulars |
Previous Points |
New Points |
|
Specialist education qualification |
5 |
10 |
|
Spouse with Competent Language & Positive Skill Assessment |
0 |
10 |
|
Spouse with Competent Language only |
0 |
10 |
|
Single Applicant |
0 |
10 |
|
Spouse with Australian Citizenship & PR |
0 |
10 |
|
State Nomination |
10 |
15 |
Enhance Your Score
Work Experience, In and Outside Australia
Candidates with Australian work experience have
a higher chance of selection as Australian Permanent Residents compared to
those with overseas experience.
Spouse Qualification and Work Experience
Married applicants can improve their score if
their spouse has relevant work experience and qualifications. Either spouse can
be the principal applicant.
Study in Regional Australia
Additional 5 points are awarded for completing
studies from a regional university or low population growth metropolitan area
in Australia.
Community Language Accreditation
Candidates possessing National Accreditation
Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI) certification can receive
additional points.
Contact Flynn Immigration
For detailed guidance on Australia's
points-based system and to check your eligibility, contact Flynn Immigration at
[flynnimmigration@gmail.com](mailto:flynnimmigration@gmail.com)
or call us at +91 9815301573 | +91 9816825799. You can also interact with our
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