General Skilled Migration Services and Programs

Australia has introduced a General Skilled Migration Program to attract highly skilled workers and address labor shortages. These programs provide various pathways to permanent residency, allowing qualified professionals to contribute to the Australian economy while securing their future.

The initiative is based on selecting migrants according to their skills, work experience, and occupation demand. With skilled migration services and programs, professionals can align their qualifications with Australia’s workforce needs.

Understanding the General Skilled Migration Pathways

Australia offers different visa pathways under the GSM program, designed to meet specific labor market demands. By aligning your qualifications and experience with these needs, you can explore options for permanent residency through independent, nominated, or regional visas.

At PIML, we provide professional guidance and support to help you navigate these pathways successfully.

Requirements for General Skilled Migration

To qualify for GSM visas, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.

• Have an occupation listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

• Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing authority.

• Achieve a minimum of 65 points on the points test (higher scores improve chances of invitation).

• Meet English language proficiency through IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE Academic.

• Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect system and wait for an invitation.

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Types of Skilled Migration Visas in Australia

Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)

• Permanent visa for skilled workers without employer, state, or territory sponsorship.

• Allows you to live and work anywhere in Australia.

• Provides access to Medicare, social security, and a pathway to citizenship.

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Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

• Permanent visa requiring nomination by a state or territory government.

• You must live and work in the nominating state/territory for at least two years.

• Offers PR benefits, including Medicare and citizenship pathways.

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Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 489 → replaced by 491)

• Allowed skilled workers to live and work in regional areas for up to four years.

• Could lead to permanent residency (Subclass 887) after meeting regional work/living requirements.

• Now replaced by the 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa.

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Skilled Employer-Sponsored Regional Visa (Subclass 494)

• For employer-sponsored skilled workers in regional Australia.

• Valid for up to five years, with a pathway to Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa after three years.

• Designed to address skills shortages outside major cities.

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Temporary Graduate Visa (Subclass 485)

• For international students who recently graduated from an Australian institution.

• Provides temporary work rights to gain experience related to their field of study.

• Two streams: Graduate Work Stream (for eligible occupations) and Post-Study Work Stream (for higher education graduates).

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How Can PIML Help You?

At PIML, we provide tailored skilled migration services, including:

• Assessing eligibility for GSM pathways.

• Guiding you through skills assessment and EOI submission.

• Preparing and lodging visa applications.

• Offering end-to-end support for smooth migration.

Our goal is to make the process stress-free and increase your chances of success.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Who is eligible for General Skilled Migration?
Applicants must meet age, skills, English proficiency, and points test requirements, and nominate an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL).

Q2: What is the points test and how does it work?
Points are awarded based on age, education, work experience, English proficiency, and other factors. A minimum of 65 points is required, though higher scores improve chances of receiving an invitation.

Q3: How can PIML Consultant assist you with General Skilled Migration?
We assist with eligibility assessment, preparing and lodging applications, skills assessments, and ensuring compliance with Australian immigration regulations for a smooth process.