General Skilled Migration Visa
The General Skilled Migration (GSM) program allows skilled workers to live and work in Australia permanently based on qualifications, work experience, and English ability.
Skilled Migration Types
Skilled Independent (Subclass 189)
- Permanent residency visa
- No employer or state sponsorship required
- Based on points test and occupation list
Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190)
- Requires state/territory nomination
- Permanent residency visa
Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491)
- Temporary visa leading to PR
- Requires regional nomination or sponsorship
Points Test Factors
- Age
- English language ability
- Skilled employment experience
- Educational qualifications
- Australian or regional study
- Partner skills (if applicable)
- State or regional nomination
Application Process
- Skills assessment
- English test
- Expression of Interest (EOI)
- Invitation to apply
- Visa application lodgement
- Visa decision
Occupations in Demand
- IT professionals (developers, analysts, cybersecurity experts)
- Engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical)
- Healthcare workers (nurses, doctors, aged care)
- Trades (electricians, plumbers, carpenters)
- Accountants and financial professionals
- Teachers and early childhood educators
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