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Australia Immigration Points Calculator

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Age

Which age band do you fall into?

The PassX Australia PR Points Calculator helps you evaluate your eligibility for the following visa categories:

  • Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)A permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member.
  • Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)A provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or sponsored by an eligible family member living in regional Australia.

Skilled professionals and business individuals can migrate to Australia based on their skills, educational qualifications, work experience, and English language proficiency.

The Australia Skilled Migration Program uses a points-based system to determine an applicant’s eligibility for immigration.

With the Australia Immigration Points Calculator, applicants can assess their chances of qualifying for an Australia Permanent Residency (PR) visa through a simple self-assessment.

Candidates generally receive higher points if they:

  • Are under 45 years of age
  • Have strong English language proficiency
  • Possess relevant skilled work experience
  • Have qualifications aligned with their nominated occupation
  • Have an occupation listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL)

Australian Immigration Points System

Under the Australian points-based immigration system, candidates earn points based on several factors such as age, education, work experience, language proficiency, and additional qualifications.

Applicants must score at least 65 points to be eligible to submit an application through the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).

Key Factors for Australia PR Points

Age

Applicants between 18 and 44 years can claim points under the age category.

AgePoints
18 – 24 years25
25 – 32 years30
33 – 39 years25
40 – 44 years15

Maximum points available: 30

English Language Proficiency

Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency through approved tests such as IELTS, PTE Academic, or TOEFL.

English LevelIELTS / PTE ScorePoints
SuperiorIELTS 8 / PTE 7920
ProficientIELTS 7 / PTE 6510
CompetentIELTS 6 / PTE 500

Maximum points available: 20

Skilled Work Experience

Overseas Work Experience

ExperiencePoints
Less than 3 years0
3 – 4 years5
5 – 7 years10
8 – 10 years15

Maximum points available: 15

Australian Work Experience

ExperiencePoints
Less than 1 year0
1 – 3 years5
3 – 5 years10
5 – 8 years15
8 – 10 years20

Maximum points available: 20

Education Qualifications

Points are awarded based on recognized educational qualifications.

QualificationPoints
Doctorate degree20
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree15
Diploma or trade qualification (Australia)10
Qualification recognized by assessing authority10

Maximum points available: 20

Additional Points

Applicants may receive additional points for the following:

CriteriaPoints
Study in regional Australia5
Accredited community language5
Professional year in Australia5
State nomination (Subclass 190)5
Australian study requirement (2 years)5
Specialist education qualification10
Relative or regional sponsorship (Subclass 491)15
Not Applicable0

Spouse / Partner Points

Applicants can receive extra points based on their spouse or partner’s qualifications.

Spouse QualificationPoints
Spouse is an Australian PR or citizen10
Spouse has competent English + skills assessment10
Spouse has competent English only5

Nomination

RequirementPoints
You were invited to apply for a Subclass 190 (Skilled — Nominated) visa and the nominating State or Territory government agency has not withdrawn the nomination5

You must be nominated to be invited to apply for this visa. Provided your nomination remains in effect, you may be eligible for the award of these points

Nomination or sponsorship

RequirementPoints
You were invited to apply for a Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) because you were nominated and the nominating State or Territory government agency has not withdrawn that nomination or You are being sponsored for a Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) by a family member and the Minister has accepted that sponsorship15

PR Points Calculator for Subclass 189, 190 & 491 Visas

Australia offers several Skilled Migration visa pathways, including:

  • Subclass 189Skilled Independent Visa
  • Subclass 190Skilled Nominated Visa
  • Subclass 491Skilled Work Regional Visa

These visas operate under a points-based selection system where applicants must meet the eligibility criteria and obtain a minimum of 65 points.

Visa SubclassEligibilityPoints RequirementProcessing Time*State Nomination
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa• Applicant must be under 45 years of age.• Occupation must be listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).• Must obtain a positive skills assessment.• Meet English language requirements.• Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect.• Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for PR.Minimum 65 points required. Higher scores increase chances of receiving an invitation.6 – 12 months (average)Not required
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa• Applicant must be under 45 years of age.• Occupation must be listed on the State list or MLTSSL/STSOL.• Must have a positive skills assessment.• Meet English language requirements.• Must receive nomination from an Australian State or Territory government.• Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).Minimum 65 points, including 5 additional points for state nomination.7 – 13 months (average)Yes – State or Territory nomination required
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa• Applicant must be under 45 years of age.• Occupation must be listed on the State list or MLTSSL/STSOL.• Must have a positive skills assessment.• Meet English language requirements.• Must receive nomination from a regional state/territory or sponsorship from an eligible family member in regional Australia.• Must be willing to live and work in designated regional areas.Minimum 65 points, including 15 additional points for regional nomination or family sponsorship.9 – 15 months (average)Yes – Regional nomination or eligible family sponsorship required

Australia Skilled Occupation List (SOL)

The Skilled Occupation List (SOL) is an official list of occupations that are in demand in Australia. Applicants applying for Australia Skilled Migration visas must nominate an occupation from this list that matches their skills, qualifications, and work experience.

Each occupation is assigned an ANZSCO Code (Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations) and must be assessed by an authorized skills assessing authority.

If your occupation is listed on the SOL, you may be eligible to apply for Australia Skilled Migration visas such as Subclass 189, Subclass 190, or Subclass 491.

S. No.OccupationANZSCO CodeAssessing Authority
1Construction Project Manager133111VETASSESS
2Engineering Manager133211Engineers Australia / AIM
3Child Care Centre Manager134111TRA
4Nursing Clinical Director134212ANMAC
5Primary Health Organization Manager134213VETASSESS
6Welfare Centre Manager134214ACWA
7Arts Administrator or Manager139911VETASSESS
8Environmental Manager139912VETASSESS
9Dancer or Choreographer211112VETASSESS
10Music Director211212VETASSESS
11Musician (Instrumental)211213VETASSESS
12Artistic Director212111VETASSESS
13Accountant (General)221111CPA Australia / CA / IPA
14Management Accountant221112CPA Australia / CA / IPA
15Taxation Accountant221113CPA Australia / CA / IPA
16External Auditor221213CPA Australia / CA / IPA
17Internal Auditor221214VETASSESS
18Actuary224111VETASSESS
19Statistician224113VETASSESS
20Economist224311VETASSESS
21Land Economist224511VETASSESS
22Valuer224512VETASSESS
23Management Consultant224711VETASSESS
24Architect232111AACA
25Landscape Architect232112VETASSESS
26Surveyor232212SSSI
27Cartographer232213VETASSESS
28Other Spatial Scientist232214VETASSESS
29Chemical Engineer233111Engineers Australia
30Materials Engineer233112Engineers Australia
31Civil Engineer233211Engineers Australia
32Geotechnical Engineer233212Engineers Australia
33Quantity Surveyor233213AIQS
34Structural Engineer233214Engineers Australia
35Transport Engineer233215Engineers Australia
36Electrical Engineer233311Engineers Australia
37Electronics Engineer233411Engineers Australia
38Industrial Engineer233511Engineers Australia
39Mechanical Engineer233512Engineers Australia
40Production or Plant Engineer233513Engineers Australia
41Mining Engineer (Excluding Petroleum)233611Engineers Australia
42Petroleum Engineer233612Engineers Australia
43Aeronautical Engineer233911Engineers Australia
44Agricultural Engineer233912Engineers Australia
45Biomedical Engineer233913Engineers Australia
46Engineering Technologist233914Engineers Australia
47Environmental Engineer233915Engineers Australia
48Naval Architect233916Engineers Australia
49Engineering Professionals (nec)233999Engineers Australia
50Agricultural Consultant234111VETASSESS
51Agricultural Scientist234112VETASSESS
52Forester234113VETASSESS
53Chemist234211VETASSESS
54Food Technologist234212VETASSESS
55Environmental Consultant234312VETASSESS
56Environmental Research Scientist234313VETASSESS
57Environmental Scientist (nec)234399VETASSESS
58Geophysicist234412VETASSESS
59Hydrogeologist234413VETASSESS
60Life Scientist (General)234511VETASSESS
61Biochemist234513VETASSESS
62Biotechnologist234514VETASSESS
63Botanist234515VETASSESS
64Marine Biologist234516VETASSESS
65Microbiologist234517VETASSESS
66Zoologist234518VETASSESS
67Life Scientists (nec)234599VETASSESS
68Medical Laboratory Scientist234611AIMS
69Veterinarian234711AVBC
70Conservator234911VETASSESS
71Metallurgist234912VETASSESS
72Meteorologist234913VETASSESS
73Physicist234914VETASSESS / ACPSEM
74Natural and Physical Science Professionals (nec)234999VETASSESS
75Early Childhood (Pre-Primary School) Teacher241111AITSL
76Secondary School Teacher241411AITSL
77Special Needs Teacher241511AITSL
78Teacher of the Hearing Impaired241512AITSL
79Teacher of the Sight Impaired241513AITSL
80Special Education Teachers (nec)241599AITSL
81University Lecturer242111VETASSESS
82Medical Diagnostic Radiographer251211ASMIRT
83Medical Radiation Therapist251212ASMIRT
84Nuclear Medicine Technologist251213ANZSNM
85Sonographer251214ASMIRT
86Optometrist251411OCANZ
87Orthotist / Prosthetist251912AOPA
88Chiropractor252111CCEA
89Osteopath252112AOAC
90Occupational Therapist252411OTC
91Physiotherapist252511APC
92Podiatrist252611ANZPAC
93Audiologist252711VETASSESS
94Speech Pathologist252712SPA
95General Practitioner253111MedBA
96Specialist Physician (General Medicine)253311MedBA
97Cardiologist253312MedBA
98Clinical Haematologist253313MedBA
99Medical Oncologist253314MedBA
100Endocrinologist253315MedBA
101Gastroenterologist253316MedBA
102Intensive Care Specialist253317MedBA
103Neurologist253318MedBA
104Pediatrician253321MedBA
105Renal Medicine Specialist253322MedBA
106Rheumatologist253323MedBA
107Thoracic Medicine Specialist253324MedBA
108Specialist Physicians (nec)253399MedBA
109Psychiatrist253411MedBA
110Surgeon (General)253511MedBA
111Cardiothoracic Surgeon253512MedBA
112Neurosurgeon253513MedBA
113Orthopaedic Surgeon253514MedBA
114Otorhinolaryngologist (ENT Specialist)253515MedBA
115Pediatric Surgeon253516MedBA
116Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon253517MedBA
117Urologist253518MedBA
118Vascular Surgeon253521MedBA
119Dermatologist253911MedBA
120Emergency Medicine Specialist253912MedBA
121Obstetrician and Gynaecologist253913MedBA
122Ophthalmologist253914MedBA
123Pathologist253915MedBA
124Diagnostic and Interventional Radiologist253917MedBA
125Radiation Oncologist253918MedBA
126Medical Practitioners (nec)253999MedBA
127Midwife254111ANMAC
128Nurse Practitioner254411ANMAC
129Registered Nurse (Aged Care)254412ANMAC
130Registered Nurse (Child and Family Health)254413ANMAC
131Registered Nurse (Community Health)254414ANMAC
132Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency)254415ANMAC
133Registered Nurse (Developmental Disability)254416ANMAC
134Registered Nurse (Disability and Rehabilitation)254417ANMAC
135Registered Nurse (Medical)254418ANMAC
136Registered Nurse (Medical Practice)254421ANMAC
137Registered Nurse (Mental Health)254422ANMAC
138Registered Nurse (Perioperative)254423ANMAC
139Registered Nurse (Surgical)254424ANMAC
140Registered Nurse (Pediatrics)254425ANMAC
141Registered Nurses (nec)254499ANMAC
142ICT Business Analyst261111ACS
143Systems Analyst261112ACS
144Multimedia Specialist261211ACS
145Analyst Programmer261311ACS
146Developer Programmer261312ACS
147Software Engineer261313ACS
148Software and Applications Programmers (nec)261399ACS
149ICT Security Specialist262112ACS
150Computer Network and Systems Engineer263111ACS
151Telecommunications Engineer263311Engineers Australia
152Telecommunications Network Engineer263312Engineers Australia
153Barrister271111Legal Admissions Authority (State/Territory)
154Solicitor271311Legal Admissions Authority (State/Territory)
155Clinical Psychologist272311APS
156Educational Psychologist272312APS
157Organizational Psychologist272313APS
158Psychologists (nec)272399APS
159Social Worker272511AASW
160Civil Engineering Draftsperson312211Engineers Australia / VETASSESS
161Civil Engineering Technician312212VETASSESS
162Electrical Engineering Draftsperson312311Engineers Australia
163Electrical Engineering Technician312312TRA
164Radio Communications Technician313211TRA
165Telecommunications Field Engineer313212Engineers Australia
166Telecommunications Network Planner313213Engineers Australia
167Telecommunications Technical Officer / Technologist313214Engineers Australia
168Automotive Electrician321111TRA
169Motor Mechanic (General)321211TRA
170Diesel Motor Mechanic321212TRA
171Motorcycle Mechanic321213TRA
172Small Engine Mechanic321214TRA
173Sheet Metal Trades Worker322211TRA
174Metal Fabricator322311TRA
175Pressure Welder322312TRA
176Welder (First Class)322313TRA
177Fitter (General)323211TRA
178Fitter and Turner323212TRA
179Fitter-Welder323213TRA
180Metal Machinist (First Class)323214TRA
181Locksmith323313TRA
182Panel Beater324111TRA
183Bricklayer331111TRA
184Stonemason331112TRA
185Carpenter and Joiner331211TRA
186Carpenter331212TRA
187Joiner331213TRA
188Painting Trades Worker332211TRA
189Glazier333111TRA
190Fibrous Plasterer333211TRA
191Solid Plasterer333212TRA
192Wall and Floor Tiler333411TRA
193Plumber (General)334111TRA
194Air-Conditioning and Mechanical Services Plumber334112TRA
195Drainer334113TRA
196Gasfitter334114TRA
197Roof Plumber334115TRA
198Electrician (General)341111TRA
199Electrician (Special Class)341112TRA
200Lift Mechanic341113TRA
201Air-conditioning and refrigeration mechanic342111TRA
202Technical cable jointer342212TRA
203Electronic equipment trades worker342313TRA
204Electronic instrument trades worker (general)342314TRA
205Electronic instrument trades worker (special class)342315TRA
206Chef351311TRA
207Horse trainer361112TRA
208Cabinetmaker394111TRA
209Boat builder and repairer399111TRA
210Shipwright399112TRA
211Tennis coach452316VETASSESS
212Footballer452411VETASSESS

Skilled Occupation Lists in Australia

Australia maintains three main Skilled Occupation Lists used for different migration visa categories. These lists identify occupations that are in demand in the Australian labour market.

1. Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)

The Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) includes occupations that are in sustained demand across Australia.

This list is mainly used for applicants applying for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189).

Applicants granted a Subclass 189 visa can live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

2. Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)

The Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) includes occupations that are currently in demand across different Australian states and territories.

This list is used for applicants applying for:

  • Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)

These visas usually require state or territory nomination.

3. Regional Occupation List (ROL)

The Regional Occupation List (ROL) is designed to support migration to regional areas of Australia where skilled workers are required.

This list is applicable for the following visa categories:

  • Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494)
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491)
  • Training Visa (Subclass 407)

How Passx Can Help You?

Passx is a trusted immigration consulting service for individuals planning to migrate to Australia. Our team provides comprehensive guidance and end-to-end support throughout the immigration process.

Our services include:

  • Free eligibility assessment using the Australia Immigration Points Calculator
  • Professional guidance for Australian immigration pathways
  • IELTS coaching services to improve English proficiency scores
  • Free career counselling to explore suitable migration options
  • Complete assistance for Australia PR visa applications
  • Resume marketing services to help you find relevant job opportunities in Australia

Disclaimer

The Passx Free Eligibility Check is designed to help applicants get a preliminary understanding of their potential immigration points. The points displayed are calculated based solely on the information provided by the applicant. Please note that the points assigned in each section are based on various parameters defined in Australian immigration guidelines. To determine your exact score and eligibility, a detailed technical evaluation is required. The results shown in the Free Eligibility Check do not guarantee your final points. Your score may increase or decrease after our expert team conducts a full technical assessment. Additionally, Different skills assessing authorities are responsible for evaluating skills based on the applicant’s nominated occupation. Each assessing authority has its own eligibility criteria to determine whether an applicant qualifies as a skilled professional. State and territory governments may also have specific requirements for sponsorship that applicants must meet. Therefore, applicants are strongly advised to undergo a complete technical evaluation to accurately determine their eligibility and identify the most suitable immigration program.

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