Australia 65 points calculator

Author: Nationwide Visas

The various Australia Immigration programs have been strategically designed for the selection of only the highly qualified applicants. Specific parameters have been conceptualized for ensuring that only chosen profiles that can contribute significantly to the economy of the nation get an invitation to progress in their PR Process for Immigration to Australia.

Australian points calculator is one such mechanism that awards points to candidates depending on various factors for determining their potential. It is a tool that helps aspiring immigrants in the estimation of tier potential to fulfill the requirements for Australia PR. Applicants who can score at least 65 or plus points become eligible to file their application in the Skill Select - the portal of the Government of Australia that determines the eligibility of immigration candidates.

The Skilled Immigration Program of Australia uses a system based on points termed as the Skill Select which is also known as Australia PR points calculator. It is designed to attract highly skilled and qualified candidates who wish to reside and work in Australia. The system has been designed in such a manner that it ensures the selection of only those applicants who possess the precise skills and experience for addressing the labor market shortages.

Various types of categories are available through the Skilled Immigration Visas that specify scoring of minimum points for the candidates to qualify for the Australia Permanent Residency Visa. The Australia Visa categories for which the point's calculator is widely used are:

  • Australia Subclass 189 Visa

  • Australia Subclass 190 Visa

  • Australia Subclass 491 Visa

What are the changes in the Australia Points System?

The Australia General Skilled Migration Visas Points System has been revised with effect from 16 November 2019. Here is a brief of the changes that have been implemented in this system:

Specialist education qualification:

Candidates who have a Research/Master's Degree or Doctorate Degree from an educational institution in Australia can now obtain 10 points. It was 5 points before.

Partner skills:

Candidates with Spouse below 45 years of age can obtain 2 sets of points for the skills of the spouse:

Spouse Skill & Language Assessment:

If your spouse has competent skills in language and a positive assessment of skills along with their occupation, then you obtain 10 points. It was 5 points before.

Spouse language ability:

If your de facto partner or spouse has competent skills in language, then you obtain extra 5 points.

Spouse Adaptability:

There is a twin-fold revision in the points for this factor:

  • You are entitled to 10 extra points if you are single. Single applicants were not offered any points earlier.

  • If your de facto partner or spouse has either Citizenship of Australia or a PR Visa, then you are entitled to 10 extra points. Spouse with Australian Citizenship or PR did not incur any points earlier.

State Sponsorship /Nomination:

If you get nominated by a State or Territory in Australia or obtain Sponsorship from a family member, you are offered 15 extra points. It was 10 points before. At present 15 points criteria is applicable for Subclass 190 and 491 Visa only.

Australia 65 points Calculator

Age:

You can obtain a maximum of 30 points if you are aged between 32 to 25 years.

Points

Age

25

18-24 years

30

25-32 years

25

33-39 years

15

40-44 years

English proficiency:

You can obtain a maximum of 20 points for English language proficiency if you secure 8 bands in the IELTS test. Nevertheless, immigration authorities in Australia permit the applicants to appear for any of the tests for English proficiency like IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, etc. You can attempt to score the required bands in any of these tests.

Work experience:-

Skilled work experience obtained outside Australia with 10 to 8 years of experience calculated reverse from the date of your application for PR Visa will incur you 15 points. The lesser the number of years, the lower the points allocated.

Points

Skilled employment outside Australia

0

Less than 3 years

5

3-4 years

10

5-7 years

15

8-10 years

Skilled work experience obtained in Australia with 10 to 8 years of experience calculated reverse from the date of your application for PR Visa will incur you 20 points.

Points

Skilled employment in Australia

0

Less than 1 year

5

1-2 years

10

3-4 years

15

5-7 years

20

8-10 years

Education:

Your educational qualifications will decide your points score for the education factor. Maximum points are allocated for a Doctorate obtained from a University in Australia or a University abroad if it is recognized by the Government of Australia.

Points

Qualifications

20

Doctorate obtained from a University in Australia or a University abroad

15

A Bachelor or Master's degree obtained from a University in Australia or a University abroad

10

Trade or Diploma qualification obtained in Australia

10

Any award or qualification accepted by the appropriate assessing authority for your designated skilled occupation

5

Niche skills such as Master's or Doctorate in Australia

Spouse application:

You can claim extra points if your spouse is included as an applicant in the Australia PR Visa.

Points

Spouse qualification

10

Spouse has a PR Visa or is an Australian citizen

10

Spouse's Skill Assessment is Positive and has proficient English

5

Spouse only has proficient English

Other qualifications:

You can also obtain points if you fulfill any of the below criteria.

Points

Criteria

5 points

Study in a regional area

5 points

Endorsed in community language

5 points

Professional year in Australia in a skilled program

5 points

Sponsorship of State (190 Visa)