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Skilled Independent (subclass 189)

Skilled Independent (subclass 189)

Subclass 189 visa also known as  Skilled Independent visa. This visa is for invited skilled workers by the Australian government from all over the world and New Zealand citizens with skills, the Australian government needs. Subclass 189 can help you to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

Subclass 189 visa also known as Skilled Independent visa, This visa is for invited skilled workers by the Australian government from all over the world and New Zealand citizens with skills, the Australian government needs. Subclass 189 can help you to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

Highlights

  • You may be in or outside Australia to lodge a valid visa application.
  • This visa allows you to work, study and live in Australia.
  • There are 2 different visa streams: Points-tested and Hong Kong.
  • This is a Permanent resident visa and allows you to stay in Australia indefinitely.

What is the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)?

This is an invites-only permanent visa to Australia. It is for skilled workers that are not sponsored by state or employer. Once you get this visa, you will be able to do the following:

  • Have a qualification relevant to an occupation on the skilled occupation list
  • be assessed as having skills suitable for an occupation on the skilled occupation list
  • stay in Australia, usually for 18 months
  • be under 50 years of age
  • find your own employment if granted this visa. They are not responsible for arranging employment.