Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
(Subclass 189) 🇦🇺
Skilled Independent Visa
The Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) is a points-tested permanent residency (PR) visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member. This visa allows you to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia indefinitely.
Subclass 189 is ideal for professionals who have skills in high demand in Australia and meet the points-test criteria.
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📌Key Features of the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
✅ Permanent Residency (PR) Visa
- Stay in Australia permanently with full work rights.
- Access Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare system).
🌏 Live & Work Anywhere in Australia
- No restrictions on where you live and work.
📜 No State or Employer Sponsorship Required
- No need for employer sponsorship or state nomination.
🏆 Pathway to Australian Citizenship
- Apply for citizenship after 4 years of lawful residence.
💰 Cost & Processing Time
Visa Fees
- Primary Applicant: AUD 4,640
- Additional Applicant (18+): AUD 2,320
- Additional Applicant (Under 18): AUD 1,160
Processing Time
- 90% of applications processed in: 8 – 15 months
- Processing time depends on the points score and demand for your occupation.
👨👩👧 Include Family Members
- Bring your spouse, children, and dependent relatives.
📌 Visa Requirements
To apply for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189), you must meet the following requirements:
- Must be under 45 years old at the time of Invitation to Apply (ITA).
- Your occupation must be on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
- Obtain a positive skills assessment from a relevant assessing authority.
- You must score at least 65 points based on:
- Age
- English proficiency
- Work experience
- Education
- Partner skills
- Australian study experience
- NAATI certification
- Specialist qualifications
- Meet the Competent English requirement (or higher for additional points).
- Acceptable tests:
- IELTS: Overall 6.0 (minimum 6.0 in each band).
- PTE: Overall 50 (minimum 50 in each section).
- TOEFL iBT: Overall 64 (minimum scores in each section).
- Submit an EOI (Expression of Interest) via SkillSelect.
- Wait to receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from Home Affairs.
- Undergo a medical examination.
- Provide police clearance certificates from all countries lived in for 12+ months.
📌How to Apply for a Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)?
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✅ Ensure your occupation is on the MLTSSL list.
✅ Meet the points test requirement (65+ points).
✅ Get a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority.
✅ Lodge an EOI via SkillSelect.
✅ You will be ranked based on your points score.
✅ Only the highest-ranking EOIs receive invitations.
✅ Invitations are issued during regular selection rounds.
✅ Submit your visa application within 60 days of receiving the ITA.
✅ Attach all supporting documents and pay the visa fee.
✅ Undergo a health examination.
✅ Provide a police clearance certificate from every country lived in for 12+ months.
✅ Wait for visa processing and approval from the Department of Home Affairs.
✅ If successful, you will receive a Visa Grant Notification.
F. A. Q
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
we have covered most common questions from you.
- Subclass 189 does not require state nomination.
- Subclass 190 requires state nomination but gives 5 extra points.
No, your occupation must be on the MLTSSL list to apply for Subclass 189.
Processing takes 8 – 15 months, depending on occupation and points score.
No, a job offer is not required for this visa.
Yes, you can update your Expression of Interest (EOI) at any time.
You need at least 65 points, but higher scores improve your chances.
Yes, you can include your partner, children, and dependent relatives.
You must be under 45 at the time of Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Minimum Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent).
Yes, you can apply from inside or outside Australia.
Yes, you must be under 45 years old.
Yes, you can study without restrictions.
Yes, after 4 years of living in Australia.
Yes, applicants with higher points are invited first.
You can appeal the decision or apply for a different visa.
From AUD 4,640 for the primary applicant.
No, Subclass 189 allows you to live anywhere in Australia.
Yes, if you meet all eligibility criteria.
No, but it means you have met the minimum requirements.
Yes, but visa fees are non-refundable.
