IELTS or PTE might not be mandatory for getting jobs in Australia. Still, job seekers from non-English speaking countries must demonstrate English language proficiency while applying for jobs in Australia. English language proficiency is often required to obtain Australia Work Visas. For most Australian work and migration visas, the Australian Department of Home Affairs requires proof of English language proficiency, which can be demonstrated through tests like IELTS or PTE.
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What are the language tests accepted in Australia?
English is the de facto national and official language in Australia. Therefore English language proficiency is a key requirement for immigrants willing to migrate to Australia for studies or employment purposes.
For English language proficiency requirements in Australia, the Australian government accepts scores from the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), Pearson Test of English (PTE), Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE or C1 Advanced), and the Occupational English Test (OET).
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English Language Requirements for Australian Work Visas
Language requirements for Australian visas are only applicable for candidates migrating for work or studies. The requirements vary on the basis of the visa or subclass you are applying for.
The following are the general language requirements for Australia work visas:
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Type of Work Visa |
Minimum Language Requirement |
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Overall 5.0 band score in IELTS or equivalent |
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6.0 band score in each of the f |
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Must demonstrate a competent level of English |
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6.0 band score in each of the four sections of IELTs or a score equivalent to that |
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Must demonstrate a competent level of English |
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Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme |
At least 6.0 in each of the four components (listening, reading, writing, and speaking |
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At least 4.5 overall, or equivalent scores in PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) tests, or by completing five years of secondary education in an English-speaking institution |
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Functional level English |
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