Skilled and Work visas

The Australian skilled and work visas aim to attract experienced migrants who can make valuable economic contributions to Australia.

Points tested visas

- Permanent visa, or pathway to PR

- Points test required

- Be invited to apply

- Age requirement

- English language requirement

- Occupation assessment

- Work experience may be required depending on occupation

- Permanent visa or pathway to PR

- Age requirement (482 visa excepted)

- Occupation assessment

- English language requirement

- Employer sponsorship required

- Nomination for position required

- Work experience required

- No permanent visa pathway

- Employer sponsorship required (400 visa excepted)

- Restrictions on employment

- work experience may be required depending on visa