Australia points calculator explained?
I'm in the process of preparing my Expression of Interest (EOI) for an Australian skilled visa and I'm struggling to understand how the points calculator works. Can someone provide a comprehensive explanation of how points are awarded for factors like age, English proficiency, education, and work experience? I want to ensure I'm accurately calculating my score and maximizing my chances of receiving an invitation.
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Australia uses a points-based system for skilled migration. Here's the complete breakdown:
Points Table (Subclass 189/190/491):
Age (max 30 points)
- 25–32 years: 30 points
- 18–24 or 33–39: 25 points
- 40–44: 15 points
- 45+: 0 (not eligible)
English (max 20 points)
- Superior (IELTS 8+): 20 points
- Proficient (IELTS 7): 10 points
- Competent (IELTS 6): 0 points
Work Experience Outside Australia (max 15 points)
- 8+ years: 15 | 5–7 years: 10 | 3–4 years: 5
Work Experience in Australia (max 20 points)
- 8+ years: 20 | 5–7: 15 | 3–4: 10 | 1–2: 5
Education (max 20 points)
- PhD: 20 | Bachelor's: 15 | Diploma: 10
Bonus Points:
- State nomination (190): +5
- Regional nomination (491): +15
- Partner skills: +10
- NAATI/CCL: +5
- Australian study: +5
- Professional year: +5
- STEM qualification: +10
- Regional study: +5
Pass Mark: 65 points (but competitive mark is 80–90)
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