Permanent residency visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member — based on a points test.
Estimated Cost
$4,750
Processing Time
~7 months
Validity
Permanent
The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) is a points-tested permanent visa that allows skilled workers to live and work anywhere in Australia without needing employer or state sponsorship. Applicants must score at least 65 points on the General Skilled Migration points test, though competitive scores are typically 80+ points. The visa is granted through the SkillSelect invitation system based on Expression of Interest (EOI) rankings.
Average: 7 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~5 years
Optional
Expression of Interest (EOI)
Must submit an EOI through SkillSelect and receive an invitation to apply.
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Total | $4,750 |