Australian Subclass 190

AUSTRALIAN  SUBCLASS 190

The Australian Subclass 190 visa is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers who have been nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It is part of the Australian points-based skilled migration program.

To be eligible for the visa, applicants must:

* Be invited to apply through SkillSelect 

* Have the required skills and qualifications for the nominated occupation

* Obtain a suitable skills assessment for the nominated occupation

* Have at least competent English

* Score at least 65 points on the points test

* Meet the health and character requirements

* Be nominated by an Australian state or territory government

Successful applicants and their family members will receive a permanent visa to stay in Australia for an indefinite period. They will also have access to work and study rights, Medicare benefits and the right to apply for Australian citizenship.

AUSTRALIA SUBCLASS 190 ELIGIBILITY

To be eligible for the Australia Subclass 190 visa, applicants must:

1. Be invited to apply for the visa by the State or Territory government.

2. Meet the points test requirement of at least 65 points.

3. Meet the English language requirement.

4. Nominate an occupation that is on the relevant skilled occupation list.

5. Have their skills assessed by the relevant assessing authority.

6. Be under 45 years of age.

7. Have at least competent English language skills.

8. Meet health and character requirements.

9. Meet the residency requirements.

HOW TO APPLY FOR AUSTRALIA SUBCLASS 190 VISA

1. Calculate Your Points: First, you must calculate your points to see if you are eligible for the skilled visa. You can do this through the Department of Home Affairs’ points calculator.

2. Prepare Your Documents: Once you know you meet the points requirement, you must prepare the necessary documents needed to apply for the visa. This includes identity documents, language proficiency test results, and other documents as required by the Department of Home Affairs.

3. Submit Your Expression of Interest: Once you have your documents ready, you must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through Skill Select. This will include information about your skills, qualifications and work experience.

4. Receive an Invitation to Apply: Once the Department of Home Affairs reviews your EOI, they will send you an invitation to apply for the visa. You must apply within 60 days of receiving the invitation.

5. Submit Your Visa Application: Once you receive an invitation, you can submit your visa application. This will include several forms and documents that you must submit to the Department of Home Affairs.

6. Wait for a Decision: Once you submit your visa application, you must wait for the Department of Home Affairs to make a decision. This can take up to several months.

7. Receive Your Visa: If your visa application is successful, you will receive your visa and be able to travel to Australia.

POINT CALCULATION SUBCLASS 190

This subclass of visa is for skilled workers who wish to migrate to Australia. It is a permanent residence visa that allows the holder to stay in Australia indefinitely and to work, study and access certain social security payments. The visa is points-tested and applicants must meet a minimum points score in order to be eligible.

The points test score is calculated based on the following criteria:

1. Age: Applicants must be under 45 years of age to receive the maximum points.

2. English language ability: Applicants must have a certain level of English proficiency. The higher the level of English proficiency, the more points the applicant will receive.

3. Work experience: Applicants must demonstrate that they have at least three years of relevant work experience in their nominated skilled occupation or related field in the last 10 years. This is assessed by Australia’s Skill Select system.

4. Qualifications: Applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s degree from an Australian institution or a comparable overseas qualification.

5. Professional Year: Applicants who have completed a Professional Year program in Australia can receive additional points.

6. Regional Study: Applicants who have completed at least two years of study in a regional area of Australia can receive additional points.

7. Spouse Skills: If the applicant’s spouse has certain skills, qualifications or work experience, the applicant can receive additional points.

8. Family in Australia: Applicants who have family members who are Australian citizens or permanent residents living in Australia can receive additional points.

9. Community Language: Applicants who are proficient in an Australian community language can receive additional points.

10. Special Conditions: Applicants who meet certain special conditions may be eligible for additional points.

The total points score must be at least 65 for an applicant to be eligible for the subclass 190 visa.

BENEFITS OF SUBCLASS 190

1. Subclass 190 visa holders can live, work and study in Australia on a permanent basis.

2. It provides the opportunity to become an Australian citizen after four years of residency.

3. Subclass 190 visa holders are eligible to receive Australian government benefits and services, including access to Medicare.

4. Subclass 190 visa holders have access to a range of employment and business opportunities in Australia.

5. They can travel in and out of Australia as often as they like while their visa is valid.

6. Subclass 190 visa holders can sponsor eligible family members to join them in Australia.

7. Subclass 190 visa holders can apply for Australian permanent residency after two years of living in a designated regional area of Australia.