Australia PR Points Calculator

Australia Skilled Immigration Points Calculator

Australia has been one of the most popular destinations for migration and every year, people around the world are keen upon securing a permanent residency in the country to work and settle. Australia Immigration is definitely for highly skilled professionals whose career is relevant or aligned (education & work experience in the same domain).The impeccable quality of life, education, and a diverse range of job opportunities make Australia one of the most sought after nations to migrate, both as an individual and family.

For immigration to Australia with permanent residency, it is vital to understand how the PR process works and, as an aspirant, to check your eligibility. Firstly, it is important that your occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List to initiate the process. The minimum Australian immigration points is 65, however, the more the points, the more are the chances of being invited to apply for the visa.

Our Australian PR points calculator eases your eligibility check within minutes with the points straight to your inbox.

Australia PR Points Calculator

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Australia PR visa types

When it comes to permanent residency in Australia, you can make an entry through 3 pathways namely:

Skilled Independent Visa - Sub class 189

With Subclass 189, you can live and work in Australia permanently and require no sponsorship by a state. Skilled candidates are invited based on their points and the presence of their occupation in Australia’s current Skilled Occupation List.The minimum requirements to qualify under subclass 189 would be 65 points.

Skilled Nominated Visa - Sub class 190

Unlike Subclass 189, this visa needs nomination by a state or territory with which you can obtain permanent residency to live and work in Australia. The minimum points is 65 and the chances increase with increase in score. Attaining a nomination under Subclass 190 can award you with 5 additional points.

Regional/ Territory Nominated Visa - Sub class 491

Via Subclass 491, skilled migrants can get to live and work in Australia for a temporary period of 5 years. This is a pathway for permanent residency and can be applied after 4 years of stay in Australia.

Points breakdown for Australia PR

Maximum points in Australia PR points grid

  1. 170 points inclusive of spouse factors (without State of territory nomination)
  2. 145 Points without spouse factors (without State of territory nomination)
  3. State Nomination adds 5 points
  4. Territory Nomination adds 15 points

Australia Immigration Points Calculator

Based on a number of factors mentioned below, your points for Australia PR is calculated.

Age:

Skilled migrants of age 18-45 can get points for this with the maximum being 30 for people in age group (25-32).

Age (Maximum 30 points) Points
18 to 24 25
25 to 32 30
33 to 39 25
40 to 45 15

Education: 20 Points Maximum

The applicant should hold at least a diploma or bachelors’ degree for him to be eligible to apply for PR.

Level of Education Points (20 max)
Diploma Holders 10
Bachelor Degree Holders 15
Master Degree Holders 15
P.HD Holders 20

Experience Outside Australia: 15 Points Maximum

Candidates should demonstrate a minimum of 3 to 5 years experience for the occupation they’ve applied for from the Skilled Occupation List.

Work Experience Points (15 max)
0 – 2.11 years 0
3 to 5 years 5
5 to 8 years 10
8+ year 15

Experience Inside Australia: 20 Points Maximum

Having Australian work experience is an added advantage and will fetch you extra points, a maximum of 20 for 8+ years in a skilled occupation.

Work Experience Points (20 max)
0 – 2.11 years 5
3 to 5 years 10
5 to 8 years 15
8+ year 20

Language ability: 20 Points Maximum

Prove proficiency in any of the English tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, OET, or Cambridge C1 Advanced Test. Language scores are really important and depending on your test score, you may fall into competent, proficient, or superior categories.

English level Points (20 max)
Competent 0
Proficient 10
Superior 20

Language Tests accepted for Australia Immigration

Australia Immigration Accepts IELTS, PTE, OET, TOEFL & CAE to prove our English language ability. Hence Competent, Superior & Proficient levels are awarded with predefined set of points

What is Competent, Proficient and Superior English level in Australia Immigration:

ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY LEVEL TEST COMPONENT IELTS TOEFL IBT PTE ACADEMIC OET CAE
Functional Average across test components only 4.5 32 30 n/a 147
Vocational Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
5.0
5.0
5.0
5.0
04
04
14
14
36
36
36
36
B
B
B
B
154
154
154
154
Competent Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
6.0
6.0
6.0
6.0
12
13
21
18
50
50
50
50
B
B
B
B
169
169
169
169
Proficient (for points tested Skilled visas) Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
7.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
24
24
27
23
65
65
65
65
B
B
B
B
185
185
185
185
Superior (for points tested Skilled visas) Listening
Reading
Writing
Speaking
8.0
8.0
8.0
8.0
28
29
30
26
79
79
79
79
A
A
A
A
200
200
200
200

Adaptability: Max 10 Points

Clearing NAATI, a local community language test, or studying in a regional low population area for a minimum of 2 years will get you extra points.

Adaptability Points (10 max)
Australian Study requirements/specialist education qualification
Got Master’s degree by research or a doctorate degree from Australian educational institution (at-least 2 academic years) in STEM background and ICT
10
1 degree or diploma in Australia
If you have studied at least 1 degree or diploma from all your education physically in Australia
5
Professional year in Australia (accounting, ICT)
If you have completed a professional year in Accounting ICT/Computing or engineering in the last 12 months Physically in Australia (Covid 19 Exempt)
5
Credentialled community language/NAATI Test passed
Passed NAATI test in a local community language
5
Study in regional Australia
Studied in Regional Australia Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane are not counted as Regional
5

B, Australia PR Points Spouse category: Maximum Points 35

You can also claim extra points for your spouse’s age, language proficiency, and a positive skill assessment.

Attributes Max Points Points claimed
If spouse is Australian citizen or PR holder 10 0
Positive skills assessment
Listed in same occupation list as Primary
Competent English
Less than 45 years of age
10 5
Competent English without skills assessment 5 5
Single (Unmarried) 10 0

C, State & Territory Nomination points for Australia PR: Maximum 15 Points

Additional points are allotted for eligible candidates whose occupation is in demand for a particular state/ territory. This applies for visa subclass 190 and 491.

Attributes Max Points Logic
State Nomination
(Sub class 190)
5 Qualify for Sub class 190 to get additional 5 points (skilled nominated)
Territory Nomination
(Sub class 491)
15 Qualify For sub class 491 to get additional 10 Points (territory nominated)

Category A (Primary applicant) +B (Secondary applicant) = 170 Points

Category A (Primary applicant) + B (Secondary applicant) + C (State / Territory Nomination) = 185 Points

Cost involved in Australia PR process

Australia PR Visa Cost

Here’s a complete breakdown of the approximate costs involved in the PR process. These are subjective to changes in the fees stated by the Australian government and dollar value.

APPLICANTS COSt
DIBP fee for primary Applicantducational institution (at-least 2 academic years) in STEM background and ICT 4640 AUD$
DIBP fee for Secondary Applicant: DIBP fee for Secondary Applicant: 2320 AUD$
DIBP fee for dependent child:
1160 AUD$
Skills Assessment For Primary Applicant:
Charges may differ based on the skilled occupation and its assessing authority.
500 to 1000 AUD$
Skills Assessment For Secondary applicant:
Charges may differ based on the skilled occupation and its assessing authority.
500 to 1000 AUD$
Language test for Primary applicant:
The price may vary depending on the English test chosen.
15,500 INR
Language test for Secondary applicant
The price may vary depending on the English test chosen.
15,500 INR
Health requirements check Fee 7500 INR
Character requirements Check fee: 1000 INR
Immigration consultant Fee: as per market and GTI standards

GreenTree Immigrantion experts are one of the best consultants in India with PR processing costs being the most feasible in the country.

Requirements for Australian PR Programs

As mentioned, there are 3 visa pathways through which applicants can gain permanent residency in Australia and here’s a general checklist that’ll come in handy.

Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189 (Use our 189 Visa Points Calculator)

  1. Below 45 years of age
  2. English language assessment scores
  3. Occupation in the Skilled Occupation List
  4. Minimum of 65 in the overall points grid
  5. Should receive an invitation to apply
  6. State sponsorship not required

Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190 (Use our 190 Visa Points Calculator)

  1. Below 45 years of age
  2. English language assessment scores
  3. Occupation should be present in the Nominated Skilled Occupation
  4. Obtain state nomination from the Australian government
  5. Should satisfy other PR eligibility requirements

Territory Nominated/ Sponsored Visa Subclass 491

  1. Below 45 years of age
  2. Nomination can be from a region or relative
  3. Proof of permanent residency of sponsoring relative
  4. Minimum of 65 in the overall points grid
  5. Should satisfy other PR eligibility requirements

Processing time for Australia PR process:

The Standard Processing time for Australia Immigration is approximately 10 to 11 Months. Also it varies with respective delays from assessing body and document submission.

  1. Sub class 189 Process time: 10 to 11 Months
  2. Sub class 190 Process time: 12 to 13 Months
  3. Sub class 491 Process time: 13 to 14 Months

How GreenTree Immigration helps with Australia PR & Immigration Process:

GreenTree Immigration holds a success rate of almost 99% approval rate. This is because of the profile being deep analysed by our Immigration experts before we take up your application. a strict evaluation process has escalated us to attain a great success rate with Australia PR application.

Profile study: Analysing every unique profile and every profile is treated the best suites for you by our immigration consultants at GreenTree.

Resume Preparation: We can help you create an attractive resume that stands out as desired by the concerned immigration authority.

Documentation: GreenTree aids with all the needed documents before proceeding for a visa and you are comforted with our End to End document assistances thoroughly.

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Oragnaized Management: GreenTree offers a personal expert to assist you thoroughly for better experience.

Quick Tips Boost your Australia PR Score

Australian PR is a highly competitive space and the highest scores will earn the spot rather sooner than the rest. Here’s some quick advice on accelerating your chances of obtaining residency.

  1. Retake the English language test for more points.
  2. Include your spouse in your application with language competency and a positive skill assessment.
  3. Get a nomination from a relative/ state.
  4. Take a test in the local community language. (NAATI)
  5. Gain additional work experience and study in Australia for additional points.
  6. Talk to an expert at GTI for personalized advice.

GreenTree Immigration Consultants to Accelerate Your Australia PR Process

  1. Consult our experts for Australia PR pathways and get your profile studied with personalized advice on ways to increase your points in required areas.
  2. End-to-end process is taken care of, making sure you don’t miss the timelines.
  3. Our Australia PR calculator will ease the route in determining your score even before you begin your Australian permanent residency process.
  4. Take a test in the local community language. (NAATI)
  5. GEvery documentation relating to your education and work experience is analyzed and the right pathway is suggested.
  6. Gain holistic guidance to make your Australian dream a success with assistance in every step of the way.

FAQ

1, What is the Minimum eligibility score for Australia PR?

A minimum of 65 Points needs to be satisfied in the points grid if one has to apply for Australia PR.

2, with 75 points can I get Australia PR?

With 65 points being the eligibility benchmark 75 points has genuine chances to get nomination. However other factors Like occupation list and ANZSCO are to be considered.

3, Who is my assessing authority for Australia PR?

Assessing authority can be finalized on knowing the ANZSCO code of a particular profile.

4, How to find my ANZSCO code?

ANZSCO can be derived by ones roles and responsibility.

5, who is the best Australia Immigration consultant in india?

GreenTree Immigration is known for an iconic success rate with Australia Immigration or PR application. Being #1 consultant, we understand every client requirement and process with flexibility. We focus on customer-oriented service and satisfaction.

6, Is the English language test mandatory for Australian PR?

An English language score is an absolute must for applying for an Australian PR with PTE and IELTS being the most commonly taken up tests.

7,Can I bring my family after obtaining my Australian PR?

Yes, you can bring your family by sponsoring a visa for your parents.

8, Does subclass 491 guarantee a permanent residency after 5 years?

It is vital to satisfy the points needed for PR. However, living on 491 in Australia for around 5 years will definitely give you an advantage for extra points while applying for a PR.

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