Calculate Your Skilled Visa Points

Select Your Visa Pathway

Which visa are you considering?

• Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa
• Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa
• Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

Your selected pathway can affect the points you may receive for nomination.

1. Age

For points-tested skilled visas, age is assessed at the relevant stage of the invitation process.

2. English Language Ability

A higher level of English can increase your overall points score.

3. Skilled Employment Outside Australia

Employment must satisfy the applicable skilled employment requirements. Simply having worked in an occupation does not automatically mean the experience can be claimed for points.

4. Skilled Employment in Australia

Australian skilled employment must meet the applicable requirements for points purposes.

5. Educational Qualifications

The qualification must satisfy the requirements applicable to the points test.

6. Australian Study Requirement

Have you completed an eligible course of study in Australia that satisfies the Australian study requirement?

• Yes → 5 points
• No → 0 points

Not every Australian qualification automatically qualifies for these points.

7. Specialist Education Qualification

Have you completed an eligible Master's degree by research or doctoral degree from an Australian educational institution in a specified field?

• Yes → 10 points
• No → 0 points

Eligibility depends on the qualification and field of study.

8. Professional Year

Have you completed an eligible Professional Year program in Australia?

• Yes → 5 points
• No → 0 points

The Professional Year must be an approved program relevant to the applicable skilled migration requirements.

9. Credentialled Community Language

Do you hold an eligible credentialled community language qualification?

• Yes → 5 points
• No → 0 points

The qualification must meet the applicable requirements.

10. Partner Points

Your partner's circumstances may affect your points score.

Depending on your circumstances, you may be able to claim points where:

• You are single
• Your partner is an Australian citizen or permanent resident
• Your partner meets the applicable age, English, skills assessment and occupation requirements

Potential points can be 5 or 10, depending on the applicable circumstances.

11. Nomination Points

Your selected visa can affect your nomination points.

Subclass 190

A successful state or territory nomination can provide 5 additional points.

Subclass 491

A qualifying state or territory nomination or eligible family sponsorship can provide 15 additional points.

State and territory nomination criteria are separate from the federal points test and can vary between jurisdictions.

Your Estimated Skilled Visa Points

0 Points

Minimum points threshold: 65

Your estimated score is an indication only. You should not claim points unless you meet the applicable legal requirements and can provide supporting evidence.

What Your Score Means

There is no guaranteed invitation score. Invitation competitiveness can change according to occupation, visa subclass, invitation rounds, nomination requirements and available places.

189 vs 190 vs 491 Points

How the Online Points Test Works

Step 1 – Enter Your Age

Select your age category.

Step 2 – Select Your English Level

Choose your applicable English level based on a valid approved test or other recognised evidence.

Step 3 – Add Skilled Employment

Enter your eligible skilled employment in Australia and overseas.

Step 4 – Add Your Qualification

Select your highest eligible educational qualification.

Step 5 – Add Additional Points

Include eligible points for:

• Australian study
• Specialist education
• Professional Year
• Credentialled community language
• Partner circumstances

Step 6 – Select Your Visa

Choose subclass 189, 190 or 491 so the calculator can apply the relevant nomination points.

Step 7 – Review Your Estimated Score

Your calculator result provides an indicative points score.

What Happens After You Calculate Your Points?

A points calculation is only the beginning of the skilled migration process.

You may also need to:

1. Confirm your eligible occupation
2. Obtain a positive skills assessment
3. Meet the relevant English requirement
4. Check your visa-specific eligibility
5. Submit an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect
6. Explore state or territory nomination where applicable
7. Receive an invitation
8. Lodge your visa application
9. Provide supporting evidence
10. Meet health and character requirements

Skills Assessment

Most applicants pursuing points-tested skilled migration will need a suitable skills assessment before progressing with an EOI.

The assessing authority depends on the nominated occupation. Examples include:

• Engineers Australia
• ACS
• CPA Australia
• CA ANZ
• IPA
• VETASSESS
• TRA
• ANMAC
• AHPRA-related registration pathways

A positive skills assessment does not guarantee an invitation or visa grant.

Important: 65 Points Does Not Guarantee an Invitation

The Australian points test has a minimum threshold of 65 points for the relevant points-tested skilled visa pathways.

However, 65 points is not a guaranteed invitation score.

The actual competitiveness of an application can depend on:

• Occupation
• Points score
• State or territory nomination
• Invitation rounds
• Number of available places
• Applicant circumstances
• Visa-specific requirements

A higher score may improve competitiveness, but there is no universal guaranteed score.

Get Your Skilled Visa Points Assessed

If your calculator result is close to the minimum threshold, or you are unsure whether you can claim particular points, professional assessment can help you understand your potential options.

The Visa can assist with:

• Skilled visa eligibility
• Points assessment
• Occupation selection
• Skills assessment guidance
• English requirements
• EOI preparation
• State nomination pathways
• Regional migration options
• Subclass 189, 190 and 491 pathways
• Supporting documentation
• Long-term migration planning

Start Your Australian Skilled Migration Journey

Calculate your indicative score today and find out whether you may have a potential pathway through subclass 189, 190 or 491.

Contact The Visa for professional guidance based on your individual circumstances.

Disclaimer: This online calculator provides an indicative estimate only and does not constitute immigration advice or guarantee an invitation or visa grant. Points must only be claimed where the relevant Australian migration requirements are satisfied and appropriate evidence is available. Immigration legislation, occupation requirements, invitation arrangements and state or territory nomination criteria may change.