General Skilled Migration (GSM) visa pathways for skilled professionals seeking to live, work and build their future in Australia through eligible permanent or provisional skilled migration options.
The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a points-tested pathway for eligible skilled professionals who want to build their future in Australia without employer or state/territory sponsorship. It can provide a pathway to permanent residence for applicants who meet the relevant eligibility requirements and receive an invitation to apply.
At Jurist Migration, we assess your individual circumstances, qualifications, experience and migration goals to help you understand whether Subclass 189 may be suitable for you.
The Subclass 189 pathway can be an attractive option for skilled professionals who want greater flexibility in planning their future in Australia.
It may allow eligible applicants to:
Because skilled migration requirements and invitation outcomes can vary, understanding your individual position before applying is important.
Explore some of the key advantages this skilled migration pathway may offer eligible applicants.
A successful Subclass 189 application can provide a pathway to permanent residence for eligible applicants.
Build your professional future without depending on sponsorship from a particular employer.
Eligible permanent residents can generally live, work and study in Australia.
Eligible family members may be included in the application subject to the applicable requirements.
Permanent residents may be able to pursue Australian citizenship once eligible.
Permanent residence can provide greater stability when planning your long-term future in Australia.
Preparing your skilled migration application carefully can help you understand your position before moving forward.
Check whether your occupation is eligible for the relevant skilled migration pathway and identify the appropriate assessing authority.
Determine the skills assessment requirements for your nominated occupation and prepare the relevant qualifications and employment evidence.
Review the applicable English language requirements and consider whether achieving a higher level may improve your points position.
Calculate your potential points based on factors such as age, qualifications, skilled employment and English language ability.
An Expression of Interest through SkillSelect provides information about your circumstances and skilled migration profile.
An EOI does not guarantee an invitation. Invitation outcomes depend on the applicable program settings and competition.
If invited, prepare and lodge your visa application with the required supporting evidence within the applicable timeframe.
To be considered for the Skilled Independent Visa, applicants generally need to satisfy a range of requirements.
Eligibility is assessed according to the requirements that apply to your circumstances at the relevant time.
Health and character requirements form an important part of preparing a complete visa application.
Applicants may be required to complete medical examinations through an approved medical provider. Requirements can vary depending on individual circumstances.
Applicants may need to provide police certificates and other character-related information depending on their circumstances and residence history.
English language ability can be an important part of your skilled migration strategy and may affect your points position.
Minimum English standard for skilled migration eligibility
Higher English proficiency may provide additional points
Higher English proficiency may provide further points
Accepted English tests and score requirements can change. Applicants should confirm the current requirements applicable to their visa application.
The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a points-tested skilled migration pathway for eligible skilled workers who are not sponsored by an Australian employer or state or territory government.
Applicants need to satisfy the applicable requirements relating to factors such as occupation, skills assessment, English language ability, points, age, health, character and invitation.
Subclass 189 is an independent skilled migration pathway and does not generally require sponsorship from an Australian employer.
Points can be based on factors such as age, English language ability, qualifications, skilled employment and other eligible criteria. Your total points position should be assessed according to the rules applicable to your circumstances.
A suitable skills assessment is generally an important requirement for applicants nominating a skilled occupation. The relevant assessing authority depends on the occupation.
