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Turn your qualifications into a future in Australia
Skilled visas are designed for individuals with in-demand occupations who want to live and work in Australia independently or through sponsorship. These visas are points-tested and offer pathways to permanent residency for those who meet the right criteria. At Australian Visa Advice, we’ll help you understand your options, assess your eligibility, and guide you through every stage, from Expression of Interest to final approval.

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Explore Your Options for Skilled Work Visas

Australia offers a wide range of skilled visa options for individuals and their families looking to live and work in the country on either a temporary or permanent basis. These visas cater to different circumstances, including independent applicants assessed through a points-based system, as well as those who are sponsored by an employer, state, or family member. To be eligible, your occupation must be listed on the government’s Skilled Occupation List, and points are awarded based on factors like age, qualifications, work experience, and English proficiency.

At Australian Visa Advice, we’re here to guide you through every stage of the skilled migration process. From assessing your eligibility and assisting with your Expression of Interest (EOI), to supporting you with skills assessments, sponsorship applications, and points-tested visas, our team will ensure your application is accurate, well-documented, and submitted with confidence. Whether you’re applying independently or through sponsorship, we’ll help you take the next step toward a successful future in Australia.

Skilled Independent Visa (189)

The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189) is a points-tested permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member. It allows successful applicants to live and work anywhere in Australia permanently and is ideal for individuals with qualifications and experience in an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List.

To be eligible, you must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and be invited to apply based on your points score, which is calculated from factors like age, English ability, work experience, and qualifications. No sponsorship is required, making this a popular option for those with strong independent profiles. At Australian Visa Advice, we help you assess your eligibility, maximise your points, and manage every step of your 189 visa application.

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Skilled Nominated Visa (190)

The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) is a permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are nominated by an Australian state or territory government. It allows you to live and work permanently in Australia, typically in the state or region that nominates you.

Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect and receive an invitation to apply after meeting the points test and other eligibility criteria, including having an occupation on the State/Territory Skilled Occupation List. This visa offers a strong pathway to permanent residency for applicants with in-demand skills. At Australian Visa Advice, we help you understand nomination requirements, maximise your points, and guide you through the full application process.

Skilled Work Regional Visa (491)

The Skilled Work Regional Visa (subclass 491) is a points-tested provisional visa for skilled workers who are nominated by a state or territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area of Australia. This visa allows you to live, work, and study in regional Australia for up to 5 years.

To qualify, you must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), meet the points test, and have an occupation listed on the relevant Skilled Occupation List. After holding the 491 visa for 3 years and meeting income and residency requirements, you may become eligible to apply for permanent residency. At Australian Visa Advice, we guide you through each step—helping you navigate regional nomination, sponsorship, and eligibility requirements with ease.

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Temporary Graduate Visa (485)

The Temporary Graduate Visa (subclass 485) is for international students who have recently completed their studies in Australia. It allows you to live, work, and study in Australia temporarily after graduation, giving you valuable post-study experience and the opportunity to plan your next steps—whether that’s further study, work, or applying for permanent residency.

There are two main streams: the Graduate Work stream, for those with qualifications related to occupations in demand, and the Post-Study Work stream, for graduates of higher education institutions. The visa duration depends on your qualification level and stream. At Australian Visa Advice, we help you determine your eligibility, choose the right stream, and ensure your application is submitted correctly and on time.

Temporary Graduate Visa FAQs

This visa is for international students who have recently completed at least two years of study in Australia, with qualifications that meet the visa’s stream requirements.

 

The Graduate Work stream is for those with qualifications related to occupations on the Skilled Occupation List, while the Post-Study Work stream is for graduates with higher education degrees from Australian institutions.

Stay periods range from 18 months to 5 years, depending on your stream and level of qualification.

Yes, you can include your spouse or partner and dependent children in your application.

Yes, many graduates use the 485 visa as a stepping stone to permanent residency, often through skilled migration or employer sponsorship pathways.