The age limit for Australia PR is generally 45. However, there are exemptions to the age limit for specific visa categories such as Parent Visa, Partner Visa, Distinguished Talent Visa, Skills in Demand Visa, etc. Age is an important factor in determining your eligibility for Australia PR. Different age groups are awarded different points, impacting your overall score in the points system.
Under the Australia PR points system, individuals aged 25-32 years receive the maximum points, increasing the chances of receiving an ITA (Invitation to Apply) for Australia PR.
The table below lists different age groups under 45 and the points allotted for each:
|
Age Group |
Points |
|
18-24 |
25 |
|
25-32 |
30 |
|
33-40 |
25 |
|
40-44 |
15 |
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What are the Australia Visa options after you turn 45?
Applicants aged 45 and above can opt for alternative visa options for Australia PR. Given below is the list of alternative visa categories:
Parent Visa (Subclass 103)
- Eligible if any of your family members are Australian citizens or PR holders.
- There is no age limit for this visa type.
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Partner Visa
- Applicant must be in a genuine relationship with an Australian citizen or PR holder
- There is no age limit for this visa type
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Distinguished Talent Visa (Subclass 858)
- Individuals with exceptional records in sports, arts, academia, or profession are eligible
- There is an age limit of 55
- Pathway to Australia PR
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Skill in Demand Visa (Subclass 482)
- Applicant should be sponsored by an Australian employer/sponsor
- There is no age limit
- Pathway to Australia PR
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Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 888)
- Applicant should be nominated by the Australian state, territory, or government
- There is an age limit of 55
- Can own and manage a business in Australia
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Exemptions in Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)
- Scientists, researchers, medical practitioners, special category visa holders, and those applying through Labor Agreement Stream
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Requirements for an Australia PR Visa
To apply for Australia PR, you must have a minimum score of 65. Factors such as age, language proficiency, work experience, educational qualifications, and others determine the score. The higher your score on the points calculator, the higher the chances of receiving an ITA. You can check your Australia PR eligibility score using the Y-Axis Australia Immigration Points calculator.
Given below are the factors influencing your Australia PR score in the points system:
- Age: Individuals aged 25-32 will gain a maximum of 30 points.
- Language Proficiency: An IELTS score of 8 can get you a maximum of 20 points. Applicants can take English proficiency tests such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc.
- Work Experience: Work experience outside Australia with more than 8 years of experience in the last 10 years can get you 15 points. Work experience in Australia with more than 8 years of experience in the last 10 years can get you 20 points.
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