Australia PR Points Calculator for Skilled Migration – Find Out If You Qualify

If you're a qualified worker looking for an opportunity to move to Australia, the Australia PR Points Calculator is a vital resource that can assist you in determining your potential chance of success.The selection process uses a points-based system to determine potential workers whose skills are in demand in the Australian workforce and economy. This system produces a shortlist of qualified candidates to invite to apply for permanent residency through the Skilled Migration program.

What Is the PR Points Calculator?

The Points Calculator is part of Australia’s SkillSelect system. It assesses your profile based on several factors such as:

• Age
• Education
• Work experience
• English language ability
• Skills adaptability

To be eligible to apply for any of the skilled visa categories, you must achieve a minimum of 65 points. The higher your score, the more likely it is that you will receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).

Visas Covered Under the Points System

The calculator is used to assess eligibility for the following visas:

Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa

• A permanent visa that does not require sponsorship.
• Your job must be listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa

• A permanent visa that requires nomination from a state or territory government.
• Your occupation should be on the State/Territory Nomination List.

Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

• A temporary visa valid for 5 years.
• Requires sponsorship from a relative in a regional area or a state/territory government.

What Do You Get Points For?