The Skilled Independent Subclass 189 visa is a points-tested permanent visa for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an Australian employer, family member or nominated by a state or territory.
Skilled Independent visa (Subclass 189) applicants must obtain a minimum of 65 points on the point assessment.
To apply for this visa, you must submit an expression of interest (EOI) and be invited by Skill Select.
Upon receiving an invitation to apply for this visa, you have 60 days to submit your application.
Once the 189 Visa (Skilled Independent) Visa has been granted, the visa holder and accompanying family members are are able to live, work and study in Australia as permanent residents.
Applying for a 189 Visa
To be eligible to apply for a 189 Skilled Independent Visa, applicants must:
Be invited to apply
Step 1 – Get the skill assessment done from an authorized body like the Department of Immigration and border protection (DIBP). It will ensure that your skills match the occupation that you wish to undertake in Australia.
Step 2 – Submit Expression of Interest (EOI).
Step 3 – After receiving the ITA (Invitation to Apply) submit your final application for the grant of the visa. A skilled candidate will be allotted with the 5-year multiple entry visa in Australia. After which you can be eligible for Australian Citizenship.
Australia 189 Visa processing time
The processing time to a large extent will also depend on the credentials of the candidate and the demand for the occupation in which the candidate has applied. Hence, there is a very close relationship between the processing time and the quality of your application. However, on average, the immigration to Australia through Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) usually takes 6 to 7 months.
Cost of immigration through Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
Finance is a significant prerequisite for immigration to another country. Some of the necessary expenditure of migration to Australia through this category is listed below. Please remember that the calculation provided below is subject to change as per the changes in exchange rate and fee changes by the Australian Government.
- Primary Applicant – $ 3755
- Secondary Applicant – $ 1875
- Children (Under 18 years of Age) – 940 $ per child.
Skilled Occupations List
If you are qualified to work in an eligible skilled occupation in Australia and can meet all other requirements, You can apply for further proceeding.
For more details contact Round The Globe Immigration Services.