Skilled independent visa

The points-tested permanent visa with no employer, state or family sponsor. You need an occupation on the skilled list, a positive skills assessment, competent English and an invitation through SkillSelect. Invitations are currently very competitive.

This visa is for invited workers, eligible New Zealand citizens and eligible Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passport holders with skills we need, to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

Stay: Permanent
Government charge: From A$6,135
Visa type: Permanent

Official information from the Department of Home Affairs

The material below reproduces English-language information from the Department of Home Affairs about this visa. Requirements may have changed since it was added to this website. Use the source link to check the latest information; I can explain relevant provisions in Vietnamese or English during a consultation.

We prioritise applications for the Skilled – Independent (subclass 189) visa (Points-tested stream) under
Ministerial Direction No. 119. We are currently processing applications that were lodged in:

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This visa has several streams, each with its own criteria and charge. Open the one that matches your situation to read the complete official information.

Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

Points tested stream

This visa lets invited workers with skills we need, to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

Stay: Permanently
Government charge: From AUD6,135.00 (concessions apply in limited circumstances)

Key points

You don't need a sponsor or nominator
You must be invited to apply
You must be under 45 to be invited

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Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

New Zealand stream

This visa lets eligible New Zealand citizens who have demonstrated commitment and contribution to Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.

Stay: Permanently
Government charge: N/A

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Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

Hong Kong stream

This visa lets eligible Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passport holders who have demonstrated commitment to Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.

Stay: Permanently
Government charge: From AUD6,135.00 (concessions apply in limited circumstances)

Key points

whether you have lodged a complete application, including all necessary supporting documents
how quickly you respond to any requests for additional information
how long it takes to perform required checks on the supporting information provided
how long it takes to receive additional information from external agencies, particularly in relation to health, character, and national security requirements
how many places are available in the migration program

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Basic eligibility

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