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Free tools, calculators and guides to help you understand your Australian migration pathway — updated to reflect current Department of Home Affairs criteria.

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🇦🇺 Skilled Migration · Subclass 189 / 190 / 491

Points Calculator

Instantly calculate your score for Australian skilled visa applications. Based on official Department of Home Affairs criteria — no account required.

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Age
At time of invitation to apply
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English Language Ability
IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, OET or Cambridge C1
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Score benchmarks — Competent: IELTS 6 each band  ·  Proficient: IELTS 7 each band  ·  Superior: IELTS 8 each band (or equivalent)
Overseas Skilled Employment
Nominated occupation or closely related (last 10 years)
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Australian Skilled Employment
In nominated or closely related occupation in Australia
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Educational Qualifications
Highest recognised qualification
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Partner / Spouse Skills
De facto partner or spouse included in application
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Bonus Points
Select all that apply
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Select all applicable items. Many applicants combine the Professional Year and Australian Study Requirement for up to 10 additional points.
State / Territory Nomination or Sponsorship
Determines which subclass you are applying under
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Your Points Breakdown
Total Points Score 0
Complete the sections above to see your total score and personalised migration pathway advice.

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This calculator is provided for general guidance only, based on official Australian skilled migration points test criteria.
Actual invitation cut-offs vary per round and occupation. Always consult a registered migration agent for personalised advice.
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🔍 Based on Department of Home Affairs Visa Finder

Find Your Visa

Answer a few simple questions and we'll show you the Australian visa options that suit your situation — no account needed.

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⏱️ Department of Home Affairs · Updated February 2026

Visa Processing Times

Indicative processing times for major Australian visa types, based on recently decided applications. Times shown are median (50%) and 90th percentile.

These are indicative times only — they are based on recently decided applications and do not guarantee your application will be processed within this timeframe. Individual circumstances, completeness of application, health and character checks, and government priorities all affect your actual processing time. Contact Prabin for a personalised assessment.
📅 Data sourced from Department of Home Affairs — last updated February 2026
Subclass 189
Skilled Independent
50% of apps
9 months
90% of apps
14 months
Points-tested permanent residency. Clock starts from date of visa application (after EOI invite).
Subclass 190
Skilled Nominated
50% of apps
9 months
90% of apps
14 months
State/territory nomination required before lodging. State nomination itself can take weeks to months.
Subclass 491
Skilled Work Regional
50% of apps
9 months
90% of apps
15 months
Provisional visa. Must live and work in a regional area for 3 years before applying for 191 PR.
Subclass 482
Skills in Demand (SID)
Median
~3 months
90% of apps
6 months
3-stage process: sponsorship + nomination + visa. Accredited sponsors get priority processing. Regional employers processed faster.
Subclass 186
Employer Nomination (ENS)
50% of apps
5 months
90% of apps
12 months
Permanent employer-sponsored visa. Transition stream (from 482 holders) is typically faster than Direct Entry.
Subclass 500
Student Visa
50% of apps
33 days
90% of apps
10 weeks
Processing speed depends on your education provider's enrolment cap position (Direction 115 Priority 1–3). Priority 3 providers may take 9–12 weeks.
Subclass 485
Temporary Graduate
50% of apps
2 months
90% of apps
6 months
Application fee doubled to $4,600 from 1 March 2026. Must apply within 6 months of course completion.
Subclass 820 / 801
Partner Visa (Onshore)
50% of apps
17 months
90% of apps
28 months
Two-stage process: temporary 820 granted first, then permanent 801 after 2+ years. No fast-track pathway available.
Subclass 309 / 100
Partner Visa (Offshore)
50% of apps
17 months
90% of apps
28 months
Applied while outside Australia. Temporary 309 stage, then permanent 100 after 2+ years of relationship.
Subclass 143
Contributory Parent
Typical range
2–5+ yrs
Non-contributory
5–7+ yrs
Subject to annual program caps. Contributory (143) is faster and more expensive than non-contributory (103). Queue-based processing.
Subclass 600
Visitor Visa
50% of apps
< 1 day
90% of apps
~3 weeks
Most straightforward applications are processed in hours. Complex cases (previous refusals, overstays) can take significantly longer.
Subclass 417 / 462
Working Holiday
50% of apps
2 days
90% of apps
3 weeks
417 for eligible passport holders (UK, Ireland, Canada, etc). 462 Work and Holiday for other eligible countries.

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🇦🇺 Skilled Migration · Official Department of Home Affairs

Skill Occupation List

Check which occupations are eligible for skilled migration visas, including the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), Short-term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), and Regional Occupation List (ROL).

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Skilled Occupation Lists
Official Department of Home Affairs — Updated regularly
The Skilled Occupation List is maintained by the Department of Home Affairs and is updated periodically. Always verify your occupation's eligibility before lodging an Expression of Interest (EOI).
Open Skill Occupation List
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MLTSSL — Eligible for Subclass 189, 190 & 491
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STSOL — Short-term skilled occupations (employer sponsored)
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ROL — Regional Occupation List for Subclass 491
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Search by ANZSCO code or occupation name

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Visa Document Checklist

Step-by-step document checklists for each major visa subclass — print or save as PDF.

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State Nomination Guide

Compare each state and territory's nomination requirements, occupation lists, and current cut-off scores.

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Migration Glossary

Plain-English explanations of common migration terms — EOI, ANZSCO, VETASSESS, skills assessment, and more.

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