Points Calculator for Skilled Visas Visa Type Select the visa category you're pursuing: Select Skilled Independent (Subclass 189) - No state nomination required; occupation must be on MLTSSL. Skilled Nominated (Subclass 190) - Requires nomination; occupation must be on MLTSSL or STSOL. Skilled Regional (Subclass 491) - Requires nomination or family sponsorship; occupation must be on MLTSSL, STSOL or ROL. Age Range Choose your age ( age will automatically update during process if changes): Select 18 to 24 years 25 to 32 years 33 to 39 years 40 to 44 years 45 years or older English Proficiency Select the level of English you can demonstrate through accepted test results: Select Competent – Meets minimum thresholds across all bands (e.g. IELTS 6+). UK and Irish passport holders are automatically considered competent. Proficient – Strong command across all test components (e.g. IELTS 7+) Superior – High scores in every section (e.g. IELTS 8+) Work Experience (Outside Australia) Relevant overseas experience in your skilled occupation over the last 10 years (minimum 20 hrs/week): Select 8 years or more 5 to 7 years 3 to 4 years Less than 3 years Work Experience (In Australia) Relevant local experience in your nominated occupation over the past 10 years: Select 8 years or more 5 to 7 years 3 to 4 years 1 to 2 years Less than 1 year Highest Qualification What’s your most advanced completed qualification? Select Doctorate or PhD from a recognised institution Bachelor degree or higher Diploma or trade qualification None of the above Australian Qualification Have you completed at least 2 years of study at an accredited Australian institution? Select Yes No STEM or Research Degree Do you hold a research-based Masters or PhD in STEM from an Australian institution? Select Yes No Language Accreditation Do you have official credentials in a recognized community language? Select Yes No Regional Study Bonus Have you studied in a regional part of Australia? Select Yes No Partner Skills Does your partner meet certain eligibility criteria? Select My partner has skilled occupation, competent English, and a valid assessment I am single or my partner is an Australian citizen or PR My partner has competent English but no skills assessment None of the above Professional Year in Australia Have you completed a Professional Year program in your nominated field within the last 4 years? Select Yes No Total Score: 0