• Easiest path to get Australian Citizenship

• Eligibility for Retirement & Social Security Benefits

• Free education for your children

• Access to Universal Healthcare System

• Travel anywhere in Australia

• Inviting 3 million migrants by 2027

• 800K Job Vacancies for skilled professionals

• 100 times ROI with an Australian PR

• Pursue higher studies in Australia and get eligibility to apply for an educational loan

• Sponsor your relatives if they meet certain pre-requisites

• Travel to New Zealand and can even apply for a visa there

Why Apply and Benefits

Generally, the Australia PR Process has 3 Stages:

• Australia Skills Assessment

• Australia PR Visa Approval

• Preparation for Departure

Australia PR Process

The Australian government provides various pathways for foreign nationals to obtain Permanent Residency in Australia. In recent times, the Australian PR process has become easier for Indians if they apply through a Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) or a Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190). As per the recent news update, Australia and India signed an agreement for easy immigration paths for skilled professionals and students.

• Sub Class 189 Visa (Skilled Independent Visa)

• Sub Class 190 Visa (Skilled Nominated Visa)

• Sub Class 858 Visa (GTI - Global Talent Visa)

• Sub Class 188 Visa (Business Innovation & Investment Provisional Visa)

• Sub Class 891 Visa (Investor Visa)

Pathways to Australia PR

• Should be 45 Years of Age (and below)

• Attain 65 Points (as per Australia Points Grid)

• Educational Qualifications & have a valid Skills Assessment

• Language Ability (IELTS / PTE Score)

• Be in Good Health (Clear the Medical Test)

• Hold Health Insurance Coverage

• Police Verification Certificate

Eligibility

1. 65 points is the minimum score required to qualify for an Australia PR visa. The higher you score on the eligibility calculation, the brighter the chances of you being invited to apply for Australian PR. Scoring anywhere from 80 to 85 points can make you eligible for a quicker PR invitation to apply. There are various categories under which you can apply for an Australia PR visa with different eligibility requirements. But the general eligibility factors are as under:

   • AGE: You will gain a maximum of 30 points if your age is between 25 to 32 years. Your age should be below 45 years to apply for a PR visa. (Points Chart provided at the end of this page).

   • ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY: A score of 8 bands in the IELTS exam can give you a maximum of 20 points. However, the Australian immigration authorities allow applicants to take any of the English proficiency tests such as IELTS, PTE, etc. You can try for the required score on any of these tests. You should have proof that you have a competent level of proficiency in the English language.

   • WORK EXPERIENCE: Skilled employment outside Australia with more than 8 years of experience in the last 10 years will give you 15 points; fewer years of experience means fewer points. Skilled employment in Australia with 8 to 10 years of experience from the date of application will give you a maximum of 20 points. (Points Chart provided at the end of this page).

   • EDUCATION: Points for the education criteria depend on the educational qualification. Maximum points are given to a doctorate degree from an Australian university or a doctorate from a university outside Australia, provided the Australian government recognizes it. (Points Chart provided at the end of this page).

   • SKILLED OCCUPATION LISTS (SOL): The applicant must choose an occupation available in the following skilled occupation lists. The list contains the occupations that are currently acceptable for migration to Australia. The occupations in the lists are updated regularly and reflect the changes in the Australian labor market. There are three categories of the SOL:

     • Medium- and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)

     • Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL)

     • Regional Occupations List (ROL)

   • SPOUSE APPLICATION: If your spouse is also an applicant for the PR visa, you will be eligible for additional points to your Skill Select Expression of Interest. To get these additional 10 points, your spouse must meet the following requirements:

     • Should be less than 45 years of age

     • Should have the basic competent level scores in English

     • Job occupation code should appear in the same occupation list as the primary applicant list

PR Visa Requirements

Step 1: Check the eligibility for Australia

• Check if you meet the eligibility requirements.

• Verify if your occupation is present in the list of occupations in demand.

• Check if you have the required points based on the points table.

Step 2: Get your skill assessment done: Get your skills assessed by the Skills Assessment Authority, which will assess your skills, education, and work experience based on Australian standards.

Step 3: English Proficiency Test: Check if you have the required proficiency in the English language by taking the specified English language test. Fortunately, the Australian immigration authorities accept scores from various English ability tests like IELTS, PTE, etc. So, you can take any of these tests to obtain the specified score.

Step 4: Register your Expression of Interest

• The next step is to register an Expression of Interest (EOI) on Australia’s Skill Select website. You should fill out an online form in the SkillSelect portal where you should give responses to questions on your skill, which is again based on the visa subclass you are applying under. The SkillSelect program offers three visa categories under which you can apply for a PR visa.

• Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189

• Skilled Nominated Visa 190

• Skilled regional (provisional) Subclass 491

The first two are permanent visas, while the third one is a temporary visa with a validity of five years, which can later be converted to a PR visa. You should provide all the required information in the online application.

Step 5: Get your Invitation to Apply (ITA): Once you submit your application and meet all the requirements, you will get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for Australia PR.

Step 6: Submit your Australia PR application: The next step is to submit your PR application. You must submit it within 60 days. The application must have all the supporting documents for processing your PR visa. These documents are your personal documents, immigration documents, and work experience documents.

Step 7: Get your PR visa and fly to Australia: The last step is getting your PR visa.

Step-by-Step Procedure to Apply

Factors Leading to Rejections in Visa Process

• Lack of enough funds.

• Lack of supporting documents.

• Application for the wrong visa type.

• Reapplying for PR visa after rejection.

• Conflicting information on social media.

• Failure to clear the visa verification process.

• Delay in the background verification process.

• Failure to meet the character requirements.

• Violation of conditions of your previous visa.

• Submitting the visa application without a review.

• Failure to meet health requirements for the visa.

• Demand for the applicant’s occupation in Australia.

• Inability to score the required level in English language proficiency test.

• Inadequate points scored by the applicant in the SkillSelect online system.

• Time is taken by the applicant to answer any queries raised by immigration officers.

• Time taken to receive information from external agencies about health or character.

• Incorrect / Inaccurate / Incomplete / Inconsistent information in your visa application.

• Application Fees:

  • Primary Applicant: AUD $4,115

  • Dependent Applicant: AUD $2,055

  • Child Applicant: AUD $1,030 per Child

• Attorney (MARA Agent Fees: Ranges between AUD $2,500 - AUD $ 4,000

• Verleap Consulting Fees: INR 1,29,999+GST

• Other Fees to Consider:

  • Occupational Skill Assessment Fees: Varies, approx. AUD $298.44 - AUD $945.10

  • English Language Assessment Fees: IELTS or PTE: Approx. AUD $249.34

  • State Sponsorship Fees (if applicable): State Sponsorship: Approx. AUD $298.44

  • Medical Test Fees: Varies, approx. AUD $29.57 - AUD $98.55

  • Miscellaneous Fees: 

    • Document Translation and Notarization: Varies, approx. AUD $50 - AUD $100 per document

    • Courier Fees: Varies, approx. AUD $50 - AUD $100

    • Photocopies and Scans: Varies, approx. AUD $10 - AUD $20 per page

• Processing Time: The average processing time for an Australia PR is around 7 months. However, this can vary depending on factors such as the specific visa subclass, the complexity of the application, and the volume of applications being processed at the time.

Note: Costs may vary based on individual circumstances and additional requirements. It's always a good idea to check the official Department of Home Affairs website for the most up-to-date information.

Visa & Other Fees + Processing Time

The Verleap team provides the best solutions & will assist you with your Australia PR Visa.

• Evaluate the appropriate visa type for your application.

• Provide guidance, review all your documentation, feasibility, opportunities and next steps.

• Assist in filling out online application form(s) & Visa Application Process.

• Assign you a dedicated Account Manager / Case Officer.

• Will closely work with an Australian Registered MARA Agent on your application.

How Verleap Can Assist

Australia PR Visa Points Grid

Points Grid for Work Experience in Australia

Points Grid for Educational Qualifications