You need at least 65 points in the Australian points grid system to qualify for Australia PR. The profiles of the applicants are evaluated on factors such as, age, work experience, educational qualifications, and proficiency in the English language. They are given points on these factors. The higher the points, the higher the chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Australian permanent residency.
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What is the Points Distribution System for Australia PR?
Australia uses an online system to process foreign nationals' visa applications and gives them points based on various factors. Candidates who score the minimum points required, that is, 65 points, are invited to submit an Expression of Interest for Australia PR.
Detailed information about the distribution of points in the SkillSelect system is given below.
Age
|
Age |
Points |
|
18 to 25 years old |
25 |
|
25 to 33 years old |
30 |
|
33 to 40 years old |
25 |
|
40 to 45 years old |
15 |
Level of English Proficiency
|
English |
Points |
|
Competent English |
0 |
|
Proficient English |
10 |
|
Superior English |
20 |
Skilled Employment Experience - Outside Australia
|
Number of years |
Points |
|
Below 3 years |
0 |
|
3 to 5 years |
5 |
|
5 to 8 years |
10 |
|
8 years or more |
15 |
Skilled Employment Experience - In Australia
|
Number of years |
Points |
|
1 year or less |
0 |
|
1 to 3 years |
5 |
|
3 to 5 years |
10 |
|
5 to 8 years |
15 |
|
8 years or more |
20 |
Educational Qualification
|
Requirement |
Points |
|
A Doctorate degree from a recognized institution |
20 |
|
An undergraduate degree from a recognized educational institution in Australia or abroad |
15 |
|
A valid diploma or trade qualification |
10 |
|
Qualification or award recognized by an assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation |
10 |
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Requirements for Australia PR
The documents required to apply for Australian permanent residency are given below. You must have:
- Two passport-sized photographs
- Birth Certificate
- Certificate of good character
- No criminal records
- Proof of educational qualifications
- Duly filled application form
- Proof of nomination
- Proof of qualifying for the English language proficiency test
- Business reference letters
- Skilled test of your spouse (if applicable)
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How to Apply for Australia PR?
The step-by-step procedure to apply for Australia PR is given below.
Step 1: Evaluate your eligibility for Australia PR.
Step 2: Organize all the documents required for permanent residency application
Step 3: Give the required biometric information
Step 4: Submit the duly filled application form
Step 5: Wait for the decision on your Australia PR application
The Australia PR application generally takes 6 to 12 months to be processed.
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