Skilled Independent Visa Australia 189
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Eligibility Criteria
Language
Proficient in English language is mandatory. IELTS language test must be done before you start the visa application.
Education
A candidate must have a bachelor's degree to be eligible for the visa.
Age
According to early invitation rules, applicants must be between 25 and 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
The Skilled Independent Visa Australia Subclass 189 is a points-tested visa that lets skilled workers live and work in Australia permanently without sponsorship. This visa has many benefits, including the ability to work and study anywhere in Australia and sponsor your eligible relatives for permanent residency.
Why Choose Skilled Independent Visa Australia 189
Social Security
Family Reunification
Work Life Balance
Pathway To PR
Good Income
Equal Employment
Visa Requirements
Documents
Passport
Proof of Funds
Visa Approval Timeline
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Note: Visa delays typically result from document errors or policy changes.
This data is based on first 1,000 enrollments received in 2024
How Visa Process work
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Step 1
Apply on TerraTernFill out our enquiry form, and our experts will reach out to assist you! -
Step 2
Counselling CallAfter checking your eligibility, you will receive a counselling call from our experts to discuss your options! -
Step 3
WebinarYou will be invited for a webinar for a detailed session with a certified immigration advisor to explore your options! -
Step 4
EnrollmentWe will be finalising the enrollment process on this step -
Step 5
Your Documents Are VerifiedYour documents will be verified by our legal team for accuracy and compliance. -
We’ll submit your visa to VFS for you
Step 6
Your Visa Gets ProcessedYour visa submission will be processed and submitted to the respective authorities. -
Add-on Benefits
Step 7
Job Search AssistanceGet personalised job search assistance to help you find the perfect opportunity! -
Step 8
Post Landing ServicesFly to your destination and enjoy our comprehensive post-landing services!
Success Statistics to Date
High-Paying Jobs in Australia
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Job Title |
Salaries |
Average Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineer | A$85,000 - A$159,000 | A$85,000 |
| Data Scientist | A$110,000 - A$130,000 | A$110,000 |
| Surgeon | A$150,000 - A$600,000 | A$350,000 |
| Software Engineer | A$70,000 - A$180,000 | A$100,000 |
| Construction Manager | A$90,000 - A$250,000 | A$150,000 |
Visa Rejection Reasons
Factors that can get your visa rejected
Lack of Financial Evidence
Having no proof that one has sufficient money to spend during their stay, either through bank statements or financial guarantees, will result in a visa denial.
Inadequate or Inaccurate Documentation
Failure to prepare proper or inadequate documents leads to a direct rejection since all the documentation has to be perfect.
Previous Violation of Visa or Criminal Record
Staying beyond visa, breaching immigration rules, or even having a criminal record previously can be another important reason for your visa denial.
Failure to Provide Strong Ties in Your Country
Inability to show any strong personal, professional, or financial connections to your home country may raise a question over your intention to return.
Improper Justification of Purpose for Visit
Failure or ambiguity in explaining the purposes for visiting a country or failing to provide evidence like itineraries or invitation letters may result in your visa rejection.
Frequently Asked Questions
For Skilled Independent Visa Australia Subclass 189, the minimum number of points required is 65. But with such a competitive visa, typically you will need to score over and above the minimum to receive an invitation to apply. Age, English language proficiency, work experience and educational qualifications are considered for the calculation of points.
Visa processing times can vary for 189. An average Skilled Independent Visa Australia Subclass 189 takes twelve to sixteen months to process. The processing time can be affected by, among other things, application accuracy, the current volume of applications being processed, and the time takes to verify the information provided in the application.
This means you can apply for the Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189, and include eligible family members. This usually includes your partner and any dependent children. The application must be completed for each family member that will participate, and they must meet necessary health and character requirements.
Successful applicants to the Australia (Subclass 189) Skilled Independent Visa receive large benefits. For example, they include the right to live, work and study anywhere in Australia permanently, to be enrolled in Medicare (Australia's public health care system) and to bring in and sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residency, and to travel to and from Australia without restrictions for five years from the date the visa was granted. Visa holders can also apply for Australian citizenship if eligible.
Of course, the Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189 has a specified age limit. At the time they receive an invitation to apply for the visa, applicants must be under 45 years of age. The strict age requirement is to make sure that Australia brings in skilled workers here to really contribute to the workforce for a long period. It should be noted that it is the age during the invitation, not the age at which an Expression of Interest was lodged.
Skilled Independent Visa Australia 189
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