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Australian Skilled Migration

Looking to Work and Build Your Future in Australia?

Australia offers opportunities for skilled professionals to advance their careers, gain valuable international work experience, and explore pathways to long-term employment and permanent residency.

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National Priority Occupations

Why Skilled Workers are in High Demand

Many regions in Australia face skills shortages. The government’s migration program is designed to bring in qualified professionals to fill these gaps.

Healthcare & Aged Care

Registered nurses, aged care specialists, allied health

Skilled Trades

Welders, fitters, boilermakers, electricians, carpenters

Engineering & Construction

Civil, mechanical, structural engineers & project managers

Information Technology

Software engineers, cloud architects, cybersecurity specialists

Education & Early Childhood

Secondary school teachers & early childhood educators

Visa Pathways

Explore Australian Skilled Visa Pathways

Select a visa subclass below to review full requirements, validity, and permanent residency benefits.

Skilled Independent Visa

Point-tested permanent residency with no sponsor needed

OVERVIEW

A permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member. It allows holders to live and work anywhere in Australia.

General Requirements & Conditions

  • Occupation listed on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
  • Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect.
  • Achieve a minimum of 65 points on the points test.
  • Under 45 years of age.
  • Competent English proficiency.
  • Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation.

Benefits

  • Permanent residency with full work rights.               
  • Access to Medicare.
  • Eligibility to apply for Australian citizenship (subject to criteria).
  • Ability to bring eligible relatives.

Skilled Nominated Visa

State & territory government nominated permanent residency

OVERVIEW

A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.

General Requirements & Conditions

  • Occupation listed on the relevant state’s occupation list.
  • Submit an EOI via SkillSelect.
  • Receive a nomination from a state or territory government.
  • Achieve a minimum of 65 points on the points test (nomination adds 5 points).
  • Under 45 years of age.
  • Competent English proficiency.
  • Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation.

Benefits

  • Permanent residency with full work rights.
  • Access to Medicare.
  • Eligibility to apply for Australian citizenship (subject to criteria).
  • Obligation to live and work in the nominating state or territory for a specified period.

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

5-year regional visa with guaranteed pathway to PR (Subclass 191)

OVERVIEW

A provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area.

General Requirements & Conditions

  • Occupation listed on the relevant skilled occupation list.
  • Submit an EOI via SkillSelect.
  • Receive a nomination or sponsorship.
  • Achieve a minimum of 65 points on the points test (nomination adds 15 points).
  • Under 45 years of age.
  • Competent English proficiency.
  • Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation.

Benefits

  • 5-year visa with the ability to live, work, and study in designated regional areas.
  • Pathway to permanent residency after meeting specific criteria.
  • Access to Medicare.

Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

5-year regional visa with a potential pathway to permanent residency (Subclass 191)

OVERVIEW

A provisional visa for skilled workers sponsored by an eligible Australian employer to fill a position in a designated regional area. It allows regional businesses to recruit overseas talent when they cannot find a suitably skilled Australian worker.

General Requirements & Conditions

  • Have an eligible Australian employer willing to sponsor and nominate you.
  • The nominated occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
  • Have at least 3 years of relevant work experience.
  • Have a suitable skills assessment, unless exempt.
  • Generally be under 45 years of age, unless an exemption applies.
  • Meet the required English language standards.
  • Meet applicable health and character requirements.
  • Work for your sponsoring employer in a designated regional area, subject to visa conditions.

Benefits

  • Live, work and study in designated regional areas of Australia for up to 5 years.
  • Travel to and from Australia while the visa remains valid.
  • Include eligible family members in your application.
  • Potential pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 visa, subject to eligibility requirements.
  • Access to Medicare if eligible.

IMPORTANT

The information on this website is for general guidance only. Australian immigration laws, visa requirements, fees, and policies may change without notice. While Bauen Futures strives to keep information current, we recommend checking the official Department of Home Affairs website for the latest requirements. Contact Bauen Futures for personalised migration advice tailored to your circumstances and guidance on the most suitable visa options for you. Final visa decisions are made by the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

Department of Home Affairs

Your Skills are in demand-so why wait?

Australia needs talented professionals like you, and the right visa could be your ticket to a thriving future. At Bauen Futures, we’ll help you cut through the red tape and take the next bold step toward permanent residency.

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