Skilled & Work Visas
Your future.
Australia needs skilled workers like you
Australia relies on skilled migrants to fill essential positions across the economy. The skilled visa program offers multiple pathways to permanent residency for qualified professionals, tradespeople, and specialists.
Whether you are applying independently through the points system, seeking state nomination, or being sponsored by an employer, we guide you through every stage of the process with precision and strategic advice.
Choosing the right visa is critical. With multiple subclasses, occupation lists, and eligibility requirements, navigating the skilled migration system requires expert guidance. Our lawyers assess your situation and advise on the best options available to you.
Skilled visa options
Skilled Independent
Subclass 189
Points-tested permanent visa without employer or state sponsorship. Freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia.
Skilled Nominated
Subclass 190
Points-tested permanent visa with state or territory nomination. Additional 5 points for nomination.
Skilled Work Regional
Subclass 491
Points-tested provisional visa for regional Australia. Pathway to permanent residency after 3 years.
Temporary Skill Shortage
Subclass 482
Employer-sponsored temporary visa. Short-term and medium-term streams with pathways to permanency.
Employer Nomination
Subclass 186
Employer-sponsored permanent visa. Direct entry and transition streams for skilled workers.
Regional Sponsored
Subclass 494
Employer-sponsored provisional visa for regional Australia. Pathway to permanent residency.
Maximise your score
Points-tested visas require a minimum of 65 points. We assess your eligibility and identify strategies to maximise your score.
Points factors
- Age (maximum points for 25-32 years)
- English language proficiency (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL)
- Overseas and Australian work experience
- Educational qualifications
- Australian study requirement
- Specialist education qualification
- Partner skills and English
- Professional year in Australia
- State or territory nomination
- Regional study or work
How we help
We calculate your points score accurately, identifying every factor that contributes to your eligibility. Where your score is borderline, we advise on strategies to increase your points.
This may include improving your English score, obtaining additional qualifications, or pursuing state nomination. We also advise on timing, as invitation cut-offs vary by occupation and round.
Our goal is to position you for the best possible outcome in the competitive SkillSelect system.
The foundation of your application
Assessing authorities
Different occupations are assessed by different authorities. Engineers Australia, VETASSESS, TRA, ACS, CPAA, and others each have specific requirements. We identify the correct authority for your occupation.
Documentation
Skills assessments require detailed evidence of your qualifications and work experience. We prepare your documentation to meet the specific requirements of your assessing authority.
Occupation lists
Your occupation must appear on the relevant skilled occupation list. Different lists apply to different visa subclasses. We advise on which visas are available for your occupation.
How we work.
From skills assessment to visa grant, we guide you through every stage.
Skills
assessment
We guide you through the skills assessment process with the relevant assessing authority.
Skills
assessment
Every skilled visa starts with a skills assessment. We identify the correct assessing authority for your occupation, prepare your documentation, and manage the assessment process. A positive skills assessment is the foundation of your visa application.
Points
calculation
We calculate your points score and identify opportunities to maximise your eligibility.
Points
calculation
Points determine your competitiveness. We assess your age, English, qualifications, work experience, and other factors to calculate your score. Where possible, we identify strategies to increase your points before lodging your Expression of Interest.
EOI &
invitation
We prepare and lodge your Expression of Interest and monitor invitation rounds.
EOI &
invitation
SkillSelect is the gateway to skilled visas. We prepare your EOI with accurate claims, monitor invitation rounds, and advise on state nomination options. When you receive an invitation, we act quickly to lodge your visa application within the 60-day window.
Visa
lodgement
We prepare and lodge your complete visa application with all supporting evidence.
Visa
lodgement
Completeness prevents delays and refusals. We prepare your visa application with all required documents: skills assessment, English results, employment evidence, and police clearances. Your application is lodged complete, minimising processing delays.
