Skilled Migration Pathways
Australia’s skilled migration program provides structured pathways for qualified professionals to live and work in Australia permanently or temporarily. Visa Aid assists applicants at every stage, from skills assessment and points testing to state nomination and visa lodgement.
Skilled Migration Overview
Skilled migration visas are designed for individuals with qualifications and work experience that meet Australia’s labour market needs. These visas are generally points-tested and may require state or regional nomination.
Visa Aid supports:
Expressions of Interest (EOI)
Skills assessments
Points test calculations
State and regional nomination applications
Visa application lodgement and compliance
Skilled Independent & State Nominated Visas (Permanent)
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
A points-tested permanent visa that does not require employer, state, or family sponsorship.
This visa allows you to:
Live and work anywhere in Australia permanently
Access Medicare and social benefits
Apply for Australian citizenship when eligible
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
A permanent residence visa requiring nomination by an Australian state or territory government.
This visa requires you to:
Commit to living and working in the nominating state
Meet occupation and points test requirements
Satisfy state-specific criteria
Skilled Regional Visas
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
A points-tested provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or sponsored by an eligible relative living in regional Australia.
Key features:
Five-year provisional visa
Regional work and residence requirement
Pathway to permanent residence after meeting eligibility criteria
Global Talent Program
The Global Talent program is designed for highly skilled individuals with exceptional achievements in targeted sectors.
Eligible applicants may apply under:
Distinguished Talent Visa (Subclass 124 – offshore)
Distinguished Talent Visa (Subclass 858 – onshore)
This pathway is suitable for professionals with:
International recognition
High income potential
Advanced skills in priority industries
Points Test Explained
Points are awarded based on factors such as:
Age
English language proficiency
Skilled employment
Australian study
Regional study
STEM qualifications
NAATI accreditation
Visa Aid provides accurate points assessments and strategy advice to maximise eligibility.
Temporary Skilled Visas Leading to PR
Certain temporary visas can lead to permanent residency when eligibility requirements are met.
Common temporary pathways include:
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)
Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)
Skilled Recognised Graduate Visa (Subclass 476)
These visas allow applicants to gain Australian work experience and transition into permanent skilled visas.
How Visa Aid Can Help
Visa Aid provides professional assistance with:
Skilled migration eligibility assessments
Occupation and pathway strategy
Points test optimisation
State and regional nomination advice
Visa application preparation and lodgement
