How to Calculate the PR Points

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 491 / 189 / 190)

To apply for this visa, the first step is to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).

With a minimum of 65 points, you are eligible to apply. However, invitations are issued based on the highest-ranking applicants, meaning the higher your points, the greater your chances of receiving an invitation.

Points Breakdown

Age

• 18–24 years: 25 points

• 25–32 years: 30 points

• 33–39 years: 25 points

• 40–44 years: 15 points

  
  

English Language Ability

• Competent English: 0 points (IELTS 6 / PTE 50)

• Proficient English: 10 points (IELTS 7 / PTE 65)

• Superior English: 20 points (IELTS 8 / PTE 79)

  
  

Work Experience (Relevant to Australian Standards)

Outside Australia:

• 3 years: 5 points

• 5 years: 10 points

• 8 years: 15 points

  
  

In Australia:

• 1 year: 5 points

• 3 years: 10 points

• 5 years: 15 points

• 8 years: 20 points

  
  

Education

• PhD: 20 points

• Bachelor’s degree or higher: 15 points

• Diploma / trade qualification: 10 points

  
  

Additional Qualifications

• Australian Master by Research or PhD (STEM fields): 10 points

• Study in Australia (minimum 2 years): 5 points

• Professional Year Program (Accounting / ICT / Engineering): 5 points

• NAATI community language certification: 5 points

• Study in regional Australia: 5 points

  
  

Partner Points

• Partner with skill assessment + English: 10 points

• Partner with Competent English only: 5 points

• Single applicants: 10 points

  
  

Important Notes

• Ensure your occupation is listed on the Skilled Occupation List

• Your skills and work experience must match Australian standards

• When you receive an invitation, your points must remain the same or higher (cannot decrease)

• Work experience must be relevant to your nominated occupation

• Make sure your age and personal circumstances remain unchanged, as this may affect your points

• Prepare all documents in advance and ensure they are up to date

• Once invited, you will have 60 days to submit your application

  
  

Final Note

Immigration rules may change at any time. Always check the latest updates from the official Australian immigration website.

You can calculate your points using the official points calculator.