One of the most important measures and requirements for obtaining skilled visas in Australia is to obtain the necessary points in the scoring system of this country. This scoring is for 5 cases of work and investment or entrepreneurship visas, most of which are related to work or skill worker visas.
In short, this system evaluates you in all different aspects by considering factors such as age, level of education, work history, academic resume, specialized education in Australia or in the country of destination and language certificate and based on each Considers points from factors. Finally, the sum of these points determines your eligibility or ineligibility to obtain a skill or work visa to immigrate to Australia.
Visas that include points + a small explanation about each
In general, it can be said that all Australian visas do not require scoring. In the meantime, the skilled worker visa, which is related to the work visa, and the investment visa are included in Australia’s scoring system, which we will talk about each of them below.
Visas related to the scoring system | Description |
Scoring system in Skill Worker
| Visas including visas 189, 190, 489 and 492 are in the category of work visas, according to the scoring table, the minimum score for acceptance and obtaining a visa is 65. Among all the factors, age is the most important and has the most points, and after that, the higher the educational qualification and the more work experience, the more points will be collected. |
Scoring system in entrepreneurship or investment visa
| To obtain a business visa or 188 visa, which is known as an investment visa, the applicant’s conditions are scored in the scoring system. According to the rules of this system, the most points are related to age, turnover, financial assets or initial capital. |
Australia standings
This table is very accurate and detailed according to the type of visa requested by the applicant. All important factors in this system, including age, educational qualification, university education or specialized skills, work experience outside Australia or inside Australia, language qualifications, the amount of initial capital, account turnover and financial capability are carefully examined and based on quality And the quantity of each factor is considered points for them. The applicant must carefully check his conditions and resume with points and if the total number of points is 65 and above, the applicant can continue the process to obtain a visa.
Australian work visa rating table
In the table below, which is related to obtaining a work visa and work immigration to Australia, the factors of age, level of education, English and other languages, work experience inside Australia, work experience outside Australia, sponsor, etc. and gives a score.
Age of the applicant | |
18-24 years | 25 points |
25-32 years | 30 points |
33-39 years | 25 points |
40-45 years | 15 points |
Level of education | |
PHD | 20 points |
Master’s degree | 15 points |
Undergraduate | 15 points |
diploma | 10 points |
Degree in technical courses or business degree | 10 points |
Specialized education in Australia | |
A PhD or Masters degree from an educational institution in Australia | 10 points |
Diploma or trade certificate from Australia | 5 points |
Having a professional language qualification and a certified translation skills certificate from NAATI | 5 points |
English proficiency | |
Average and good | 10 points |
Excellent and completely fluent | 20 points |
Qualifications of the applicant’s spouse | |
If the applicant is single. | 10 points |
The spouse of the applicant is a permanent resident or citizen of Australia. | 10 points |
The spouse must apply for the same visa and have the necessary privileges in other sections as well. | 10 points |
The wife is applying for the same visa and her language level is Competent. | 5 points |
Work experience outside Australia | |
Less than 3 years | 0 points |
3-4 years | 5 points |
5-7 years | 10 points |
Above 8 years | 15 points |
Work experience within Australia | |
Less than 1 year | 0 points |
1-2 years | 5 points |
3-4 years | 10 points |
5-7 years | 15 points |
Above 8 years | 20 points |
In the following, we examine other language documents that have a great impact on increasing the final score:
Language Certificate | acceptable (competent) | medium (Proficient) | professional (Superior) |
IELTS | Obtaining a minimum score of (6) in all 4 language skills | Obtaining a minimum score (7) in all 4 language skills | Obtaining a minimum score (8) in all 4 language skills |
OET | Obtaining a minimum grade of B in all 4 sections of the exam | Obtaining a minimum score of B1 in all 4 sections of the exam | Obtaining a minimum grade of A in all 4 sections of the exam |
TOEFL | Obtaining a minimum score in all 4 language skills i.e. Listening with a score of 12. Reading with a score of 13, Writing with a score of 21 and Speaking with a score of 18 | Obtaining a minimum score in all 4 language skills i.e. Listening with a score of 24. Reading with a score of 24, Writing with a score of 27 and Speaking with a score of 23 | Obtaining a minimum score in all 4 language skills, i.e. Listening with a score of 28, Reading with a score of 29, Writing with a score of 30 and Speaking with a score of 26 |
PTE | Obtaining a minimum score of 50 in all 4 skills | Obtaining a minimum score of 65 in all 4 skills | Obtaining a minimum score of 79 in all 4 skills |
CAE | Obtaining a minimum score of 169 in all 4 skills | Obtaining a minimum score of 185 in all 4 skills | The minimum score is 200 in all four skills |
Australian investment visa rating table
To obtain an investment visa in Australia, the most important factors after the applicant’s age are having high financial capacity and initial capital. The higher these amounts are, the applicant will get a higher score in the scoring system. The following table refers to the review of all the influencing factors in Australia’s scoring system for investment visas or 188 visas.
Age of the applicant | |
18-24 years | 20 points |
25-32 years | 30 points |
33-39 years old | 25 points |
40-44 years | 20 points |
45-54 years | 15 points |
English language | |
IELTS 5, TOEFL 36, PTE 36, OET at level B, Cambridge 154 | 5 points |
IELTS 7, TOEFL 98, PTE 65, OET B level, Cambridge 185 | 10 points |
Level of education | |
Hold a bachelor’s degree or an accredited business degree from an Australian institution | 5 points |
A Bachelor of Business, Science or Technology from an Australian educational institution or a Bachelor’s degree from an educational institution | 10 points |
Work experience (specific to the innovation visa program) | |
Work experience of 4 years in the last 5 years | 10 points |
Work experience of 7 years in the last 8 years | 15 points |
Work experience (specific to the investment program) | |
4 years of work experience | 10 points |
7 years of work experience | 15 points |
Financial assets of the applicant | |
1,250,000 Australian dollars | 5 points |
1,750,000 Australian dollars | 15 points |
2,250,000 Australian dollars | 25 points |
2,750,000 Australian dollars | 35 points |
Business turnover | |
750 thousand Australian dollars | 5 points |
A$1,250.00 | 15 points |
1,750,000 Australian dollars | 25 points |
2,250,000 Australian dollars | 35 points |
Finally, if you have a patent at the time of the embassy interview to obtain an investment visa, bring your documents with you. Also, if you have trade and export licenses, trademarks or company registration, you can add between 20 and 5 points to your collection of points by presenting documents.
Australian work visa benefits
Australia is an advanced country that is a suitable option for work migration due to its high economic power. There are many diverse work positions in this country for applicants that can change their life path. The most important advantages of obtaining a work visa in Australia can be said:
- After a few years of work or by receiving a 188 visa, the applicant can live in Australia for life and benefit from all the citizenship services of this country.
- Creating a very safe and secure environment to start a business and an excellent situation for entrepreneurs and investors
- After applying for a visa, the applicant can see the result of his application in a short period of time, and if accepted, his visa will be issued in the shortest possible time.
- The possibility of obtaining accession visas for companions and family members
- Considering the diversity and different conditions that exist for each type of work visa, the applicant can apply for work migration to Australia with minimum requirements and documents.
- By finding a suitable job in Australia, you can experience the highest incomes along with the most job benefits.
- It is possible to use Australia’s Medicare system, which is the health system, for people who have received permanent residence with minimal costs and sometimes free of charge.
- By receiving an Australian work visa, every person can enjoy all the advantages of living in an advanced country with a good climate, high culture, high standard of living and society, and a stable economic system.
Australian work visa conditions
To obtain a work visa, the first important condition is to choose a suitable job, and the applicant must apply for jobs that are in the list of required jobs and important industries in Australia so that he can find the job he wants more easily. The most important fields of work in Australia include education, science, health, law and consulting, engineering and technology, literature and art, and management and finance. Also, the average salary in Australia varies from 23,000 Australian dollars to 300,000 dollars depending on the job position, and the more work experience you have, the higher the salary. The average salary is around 80,000 to 90,000 dollars, which is a very good amount to have a good life. In addition, the following conditions are also required for work immigration to Australia:
- The applicant must provide medical documents that show his mental and physical health.
- The age requirement for work is at least 18 years and maximum 45 years.
- Having sufficient language skills in all 4 skills (Listening, Speaking, Writing and Reading), especially mastery in speaking, is necessary and vital.
- Educational qualifications and having a strong work resume along with work experience related to the job are very important.
- To obtain a visa, the applicant must go through all the steps carefully, fill in the necessary forms and pay the required amounts.
- In general, the average income of each Australian citizen is about 90 thousand dollars per year. In order for a foreigner to be able to reach this income, it is necessary to have sufficient expertise and work experience.
Procedures for applying for an Australian work visa
All foreign applicants to apply for a work visa in Australia are required to go through the steps to obtain a visa. In each of these steps, it is very important to observe a series of points that we will mention below:
first stage
In the first step, the applicant must look for a suitable job that matches his skills. Also, this job must be in the list of allowed and required jobs in Australia. Every year, this country introduces the jobs it needs to attract foreign forces in three categories. The first category is long-term and medium-term jobs (MLTSSL), the second category is short-term jobs (STSOL) and the third category is regional or regional jobs (ROL). The applicant must find the desired job among these groups.
second stage
At this stage, the applicant is required to put his academic and career resume in the points table and get the minimum points.
For this, it is necessary to go to the embassy or fill out the relevant forms online. The applicant must first select and determine the work visa category and then fill the related forms.
third level
After reaching the quorum of points in the Australian scoring system, the applicant must send his documents to several employers or enter into negotiations with them. After an employer approves and accepts the employment of the applicant in that job position, he performs other steps. Also, at this stage, the applicant must ensure that your employer has completed the online nomination and sponsorship form.
The fourth stage
After receiving the approval from the employer, the applicant must deliver his documents and application to the Australian Embassy. Also, pay the visa fee and book an appointment at the embassy. After that, the applicant must wait for the announcement of the result from the embassy.
The fifth stage
After holding the embassy meeting by the officer and presenting all the additional documents, your visa will be approved and issued to you in a short time.
The duration of visa issuance is not precisely known; But it is said that the higher your points are in the scoring system for all types of work visas, the more likely it is that the time to obtain a visa will be shortened.
The last stage
If a visa is issued, prepare your flight ticket and travel to Australia. Life and new experiences are definitely waiting for you.
In the end, you can follow the immigration news from Astehbanati website for detailed information about the changes in the rules and procedures for applying for a work visa in Australia.
Express Entry Australia
Australia does not have an Express Entry program like Canada; But it has a point-based system for professionals and all work visa applicants called the GSM program. The GSM program allows people to apply for permanent residency in Australia without a job offer. This program is suitable for people who have enough work experience and expertise in their field. The purpose of this program is to address the shortage of essential job positions in Australia.
Australia’s scoring system is a competitive process; That is, all the qualifications of the applicant are determined based on the scoring system. If a person can find a suitable job position or a job offer before entering, the probability of his acceptance is very high; Because the total number of points increases. Applicants must score at least 65 points in this scoring system to be considered for permanent residence.
Finally, it is important to note that the GSM program may be subject to change each year and the eligibility criteria and allocation of points may vary depending on the current needs of the Australian labor market. and ask all your questions. You can get in touch with our consultants at Istehbanati Migration Institute for complete information in this field.
Express Entry Australia or Canada?
In general, the Express Entry system was proposed by the Canadian government for the first time. The purpose of implementing this system was to increase the process of obtaining visas for work visa applicants and for highly skilled professionals who can enter Canada even without a job offer. This system allows the Canadian government to choose the most appropriate options for economic and work immigration. This selection is based on criteria similar to the Canadian scoring system. The most important factors examined include age, education, work experience, English or French language skills, the degree of adaptability, having a valid job offer, and the higher the applicant scores, the higher the chances of acceptance. In one case, the applicant maximizes the chances of acceptance by having a sponsor.
In general, Express Entry Canada is an electronic system that manages three programs: the Federal Skilled Worker Program (FSWP), the Canadian Experience Class (CEC) and the Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP). Almost every two weeks or once a month, the Canadian government checks the conditions of applicants for Express Entry and, if approved, issues a work visa to the applicant in a very short time. This is a golden opportunity for people who are under 40 years old and have enough skills and expertise in their field to start a new life in Canada by obtaining permanent residence. Needless to say, this system is in some ways similar to the Australian scoring system; But they also have differences, including:
- The speed of checking Express Entry Canada and obtaining a work visa is faster
- Some conditions of the Australian scoring system are easier, and in some cases, the conditions of Canada’s Express Entry are easier. For example, the age requirement for obtaining an Australian work visa is a maximum of 45 years, and applicants over the age of 45 can also apply for Canada Express Entry.
- The minimum acceptable score in the Australian scoring system is 65 points and 67 in Express Entry Canada
- In general, the costs of applying for all types of work visas in Australia are more expensive than in Canada.
- The list of required jobs in Canada is more diverse and extensive than the required jobs in Australia.
final word
If you are also looking for a quick way to obtain residency in Australia, with a good work resume, relevant work experience and expertise required by Australia, you can apply for work immigration through the scoring system. Certainly, there are certain challenges and rules in every path that the applicants may not be fully familiar with. In this regard, you can contact our experts at Istehbanati for advice and to receive complete information about this immigration method.
Frequently Asked Questions
1- What is the minimum passing score in the Australian scoring system?
65 points is the minimum score to pass in this system.
2- Is Australia’s scoring system similar to Canada’s Express Entry?
Both systems are for obtaining work visas; But the conditions for obtaining visas and accepting them are slightly different.
3- What visas are included in Australia’s scoring system?
Work visas including visas 189, 190, 489 and 492 and investment visa 188
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