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Looking to live and work in Australia permanently without employer or state sponsorship? The Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa is your ideal route. Offered to qualified professionals based on a points system, this visa grants Australian Permanent Residency (PR) and allows you and your family to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia.
Live in Australia permanently with PR status
Work freely and earn in Australian Dollars (AUD)
Travel to and from Australia multiple times for 5 years
Access Medicare – Australia’s healthcare system
Sponsor eligible family members for PR
Apply for Australian citizenship when eligible
To qualify for the Subclass 189 Visa, applicants must:
Have an occupation listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List
Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant authority
Prove English language proficiency (IELTS/PTE)
Score at least 65 points on the Australian immigration points test
Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation
Meet health and character requirements
Check your eligibility and calculate your score
Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect
Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
Submit all documents, including skill assessment, test scores, ID proof, and experience letters
Wait for visa approval and prepare to migrate to Australia
Valid passport
Skills assessment report
English language test results
Educational and work experience certificates
Partner/spouse documents (if applicable)
Medical and police clearance certificates
Recent photographs
The following tables outline the estimated expenses for Subclass 189 visas:
| Applicant Type | Fee (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Primary Adult Applicant | AUD 4115 |
| Additional Adult Applicant (18+ years) | AUD 2055 |
| Dependent Child (Less than 18 years) | AUD 1030 |
Additional expenses associated with Subclass 189 visa:
| Type of Fee | Fees per Candidate |
|---|---|
| Education Credentials & Work Assessment (ACS) | USD 390 |
| Police Clearance Certificate (varies from one country to another) | USD 18 |
| English Proficiency Test | USD 200 |
| Medical Examination (varies from one country to another) | USD 350 |
The time needed for processing the Subclass 189 Visa depends on various factors such as state sponsorship, invitation rounds, and assessment by skill-assessing authorities.
| Processing Time | Permanent Skilled Independent Visa |
|---|---|
| 7 – 12 Working Days | Confirm if your occupation or profile exists in the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) |
| 0 – 15 Days | Ensure to meet all the eligibility requirements |
| 2 – 3 Months | Finish the Skills Assessment Tests |
| 15 Working Days | Submit through Skill Select an EOI |
| 2 Months | Lodging Visa Application |
| 15 – 30 Days | Await a decision |
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