Points-tested selection across 189/190/491—based on your skills, not an employer.
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Australia’s General Skilled Migration (GSM) program lets qualified professionals apply for residency through points-tested visas—189 (Independent), 190 (State Nominated) and 491 (Regional Provisional)—without employer sponsorship.
Invitations are issued based on points, occupations in demand and state criteria only.
Professionals whose occupations appear on the skilled lists (MLTSSL/STSOL/ROL), under 45 years old, with at least Competent English and a positive skills assessment from the right authority.
Many of our clients are engineers, ICT professionals, accountants, nurses and many more —we’ll confirm if your occupation qualifies via our free migration assessment.
We onboard you with a points snapshot and tailored checklist. Our team prepares and lodges your skills assessment, lines up your English test, and assembles evidence to maximise points (incl. partner skills).
We then submit your EOI—and state nomination if 190/491—and track invitation rounds and deadlines so your case stays invitation-ready.
Once your visa is granted, you have 12 months to make your initial entry to Australia – it doesn’t matter where you go or for how long.
Depending on the visa you received, your grace period for a permanent move is 5 years (subclass 189/190 – permanent residency) or 2 years (subclass 491 – provisional residency), giving you plenty of time to make your move down under.
Fill in the form and our consultants will be in touch to guide your next steps.
A quick, personalised view of your pathways to Australia.
Eligibility — a clear Yes or No, with the key reason.
Visa options — the skilled visa pathway that fits you best and why.
Occupation — how your job aligns with Australia’s occupation lists.
Points score — where you stand and simple ways to lift it.
Documents — what documents you’ll likely need.
Timeline & fees — approximate timeframes and the main fees required.
Most skilled applicants use one of these points-tested pathways.
A permanent residence pathway with no employer sponsorship or state nomination. Selection is points-tested and invitation-based. If granted, you can live and work anywhere in Australia from day one.
A permanent residence pathway that requires state or territory nomination. You’ll have an initial commitment to live and work in your nominating state
A 5-year regional visa that lets you live, work and study in designated regional areas, with a pathway to permanent residence after meeting income and residence criteria. Requires state nomination or an eligible relative sponsor.
With over 5,000 visas granted worldwide, Austral Migration Consultancy remains one of Asia’s most established Australian immigration Firms — backed by licensed expertise and a proven record of results.
Licensed expertise → “Guided by 2 MARA-Registered Agents — so your case is handled with precision and compliance.”
Proven experience → “Over 5,000 visas approved worldwide — meaning you’re backed by strategies that work.”
Trusted reputation → “Hundreds of 5-star reviews — real families who’ve already made the move.”
Clear fees → “Stage-based payments with instalment options — no big upfront risk.”
Secure systems → “Online client portal — track your case anytime, anywhere.”
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