{"id":15244,"date":"2023-09-19T07:58:27","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T07:58:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.visaliv.com\/?p=15244"},"modified":"2024-07-05T11:57:53","modified_gmt":"2024-07-05T11:57:53","slug":"australia-calculating-your-points-for-permanent-residency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/visaliv.com\/blogs\/australia-calculating-your-points-for-permanent-residency\/","title":{"rendered":"Australia: Calculating Your Points for Permanent Residency"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"tta_notice\"><\/div><button id=\"tta__listent_content_1\" class=\"tta__listent_content \" type=\"button\"  title=\"Text To Audio:  Tap to listen post.\"><div class='tta_button'><span class=\"dashicons dashicons-controls-play\"><\/span> <span> Listen<span><\/div> <\/button>\r\n<style>\r\n#tta__listent_content_1.tta__listent_content{ background-color:#184c53;color:#ffffff;width:100%;border:0;display:block;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;cursor:pointer; }\r\n#tta__listent_content_1.tta__listent_content:hover{background-color:#184c53;color:#ffffff;width:100%;border:0;display:block;border-radius:4px;text-decoration:none;cursor:pointer;}\r\n#tta__listent_content_1.tta__listent_content .text-position{ position: absolute;padding-top: 2px; }\r\n#tta__listent_content_1.tta__listent_content .dashicons{ display: inline-block;line-height:1;font-size:25px;height:25px;width:25px; }\r\n\r\n<\/style>\r\n\n<h2><strong>Introduction<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Australia is a popular destination for individuals seeking to settle and work permanently. The General Skilled Migration (GSM) program offers a pathway to permanent residency for skilled workers who meet specific criteria. One of the key aspects of this process is calculating your points, which are based on various factors that determine your eligibility for a Permanent Residency (PR) visa. In this blog, we&#8217;ll guide you through the process of calculating your points for PR in Australia.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Step 1: Choose the Right Visa Subclass<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Before you begin calculating your points, you need to determine the appropriate visa subclass you&#8217;re eligible for under the GSM program. The most common subclasses are subclass 189 (Skilled Independent visa) and subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated visa), among others. Each subclass has different requirements and criteria that impact your point calculation.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Step 2: Age<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your age plays a crucial role in the points system. Points are awarded based on your age on the day you receive your invitation to apply for the visa. The age groups and corresponding points are as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>18 to 24: 25 points<\/li>\n<li>25 to 32: 30 points<\/li>\n<li>33 to 39: 25 points<\/li>\n<li>40 to 44: 15 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 3: English Language Proficiency<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>English language proficiency is another significant factor. To claim points, you must take an accepted English language test, such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE, and achieve the required score. Points are awarded as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Proficient in English: 10 points<\/li>\n<li>Superior English: 20 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 4: Skilled Employment<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your work experience in a nominated occupation is evaluated based on the number of years you&#8217;ve worked in that field. Points are awarded as follows:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>3 to 5 years: 5 points<\/li>\n<li>5 to 8 years: 10 points<\/li>\n<li>8 years or more: 15 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 5: Education<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Your educational qualifications are also considered for point calculation. Points are awarded based on your highest qualification:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Doctorate degree: 20 points<\/li>\n<li>Bachelor&#8217;s or master&#8217;s degree: 15 points<\/li>\n<li>Australian diploma or trade qualification: 10 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 6: Australian Study Requirement<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve completed at least two academic years of study in Australia, you can claim additional points:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Australian study requirement met: 5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 7: Credentialled Community Language<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you speak a credentialled community language, you can claim extra points. This requires a community language qualification that is recognized by the National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters (NAATI):<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Credentialled community language: 5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 8: Partner Skills<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If your partner meets certain requirements related to age, English language proficiency, and nominated occupation, you can claim points for their skills:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Partner meets basic requirements: 10 points<\/li>\n<li>Partner has competent English: 5 points<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Step 9: Nomination by State or Territory Government<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>If you are nominated by a state or territory government for a subclass 190 visa, you&#8217;ll receive an additional 5 points.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Calculating your points for PR in Australia involves assessing various factors, including age, English language proficiency, work experience, education, and more. By carefully evaluating these elements, you can determine your eligibility and likelihood of receiving an invitation to apply for a permanent residency visa. Keep in mind that immigration policies and point systems may change over time, so it&#8217;s essential to refer to official sources or consult with migration professionals to ensure accurate and up-to-date information.<\/p>\n<p>Please visit our website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.visaliv.com\/\">www.visaliv.com<\/a> for more details, where you will find answers to all of your visa and immigration-related questions.<\/p>\n<p>Thanks,<br \/>\nVisaLiv Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Introduction Australia is a popular destination for individuals seeking to settle and work permanently. The General Skilled Migration (GSM) program offers a pathway to permanent residency for skilled workers who meet specific criteria. 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