Differences between the different Skilled Visa subclasses (189 & 190)
Skilled Migration is a pathway lots of prospective migrants in Australia consider. Here, we outline the key similarities and differences between 189 and 190 visas, and help you identify which one might be the best option for you.
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Skilled Migration is a pathway lots of prospective migrants in Australia consider.
There are many reasons for this, including:
- it grants permanent residency as soon as the visa is approved, and,
- it enables independence, you won’t need an Australian partner or employer to sponsor you
The two most popular Skilled Visas for migrants to Australia appear to be:
This post will outline the key similarities and differences between 189 and 190 visas, and help you identify which one might be the best option for you.
You may even like to get a FREE ASSESSMENT from our Registered Migration Agents to point you in the right direction.
Similarities – 189 visa & 190 visa
Requirements include:
- Must have a skill assessment for occupation
- Must be aged 18 to 44 inclusive
- Must have Competent English or higher
Meet points based on:
- Age
- qualification/s (and location of qualifications)
- years of overseas work
- years of Australia work
- English test score
- partner points
- relationship points
- NAATI language points
Other details:
- The points pass mark is 65 but for some occupations due to the low level of priority/shortage and/or the high competitiveness of EOIs, the score required is much higher
- Must lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) and be invited to apply (ITA). No fee to lodge EOI.
- Permanent Residency granted immediately upon visa grant
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Differences
189 visa only
- Occupation must be on Medium and Long Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL)
- Can submit EOI and application (after invitation to apply) either onshore or offshore
190 visa only
- Occupation can be on Medium- and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL) or the Short Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) which includes State & Territory-specific lists.
- The occupation must be on the relevant list/s AND you must meet that state’s specific requirements.
- Some states require you to lodge a Registration of Interest (ROI) in addition to an EOI. Some states/territories include a fee for the ROI
State requirements may also include:
- A job offer in the state/territory
- Ability to pay high settlement fees
- Particularly high point scores
- Previous study or work in the state/territory