Skilled Migration Visa (subclass 189/190/491)
Points-tested permanent and provisional pathways for skilled workers in an in-demand occupation.
Skilled migration covers the points-tested subclass 189 (independent), 190 (state nominated) and 491 (regional provisional) visas. Which one fits depends on your occupation, your points score and whether a state or territory is nominating your occupation that intake round.
This is the pathway ACEM's occupation-by-occupation PR content is built around: course choice feeds a skills assessment, which feeds eligibility here.
Who this visa is for
Broadly, you'll need:
- A positive skills assessment in an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
- A competitive points score (age, English, qualifications, experience)
- An invitation to apply, or state/territory nomination for 190/491
- To meet health and character requirements
A registered migration agent should confirm your specific situation and run your exact points score before you apply.
Pathways that use this visa
Registered Nurse
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Software Engineer
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Civil Engineer
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Accountant (General)
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Electrician (General)
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Early Childhood (Pre-primary School) Teacher
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