How many points to get to Australia?

You need at least 65 points in the Australian points grid system to qualify for Australia PR. The profiles of the applicants are evaluated on factors such as, age, work experience, educational qualifications, and proficiency in the English language. They are given points on these factors. The higher the points, the higher the chances of receiving an invitation to apply for Australian permanent residency.

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What is the Points Distribution System for Australia PR? 

Australia uses an online system to process foreign nationals' visa applications and gives them points based on various factors. Candidates who score the minimum points required, that is, 65 points, are invited to submit an Expression of Interest for Australia PR. 

Detailed information about the distribution of points in the SkillSelect system is given below.

Age 

Age	Points
18 to 25 years old	25
25 to 33 years old	30
33 to 40 years old	25
40 to 45 years old	15

 

Level of English Proficiency

English	Points
Competent English	0
Proficient English	10
Superior English	20

 

Skilled Employment Experience - Outside Australia  

Number of years	Points
Below 3 years	0
3 to 5 years	5
5 to 8 years	10
8 years or more	15

 

Skilled Employment Experience - In Australia  

Number of years	Points
1 year or less	0
1 to 3 years	5
3 to 5 years	10
5 to 8 years	15
8 years or more	20

 

Educational Qualification 

Requirement	Points
A Doctorate degree from a recognized institution	20
An undergraduate degree from a recognized educational institution in Australia or abroad	15
A valid diploma or trade qualification	10
Qualification or award recognized by an assessing authority for your nominated skilled occupation	10

 

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Requirements for Australia PR

The documents required to apply for Australian permanent residency are given below. You must have: 

• Two passport-sized photographs
• Birth Certificate
• Certificate of good character
• No criminal records
• Proof of educational qualifications 
• Duly filled application form
• Proof of nomination
• Proof of qualifying for the English language proficiency test
• Business reference letters
• Skilled test of your spouse (if applicable)

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How to Apply for Australia PR? 

The step-by-step procedure to apply for Australia PR is given below.

Step 1: Evaluate your eligibility for Australia PR.

Step 2: Organize all the documents required for permanent residency application

Step 3: Give the required biometric information

Step 4: Submit the duly filled application form

Step 5: Wait for the decision on your Australia PR application

The Australia PR application generally takes 6 to 12 months to be processed. 

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