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PR Eligibility
Calculate your points for Australian skilled migration. See where you stand and discover ways to boost your score.
Age
Your age when you apply
English Proficiency
IELTS, PTE, TOEFL iBT equivalent
Skilled Work Experience (Australia)
Work experience in nominated occupation in Australia
Skilled Work Experience (Overseas)
Work experience in nominated occupation outside Australia
Educational Qualification
Highest relevant qualification
Australian Study Requirement
At least 2 academic years of study in Australia
Specialist Education Qualification
STEM Master's degree from Australian institution
NAATI CCL / Credentialed Community Language
Community Language credential
Tip: Passing the NAATI CCL test awards 5 points under the credentialed community language category. Check current Home Affairs rules. Learn more
Professional Year
Completed Professional Year program in Australia
Partner Skills
Your partner or spouse's skills and qualifications
State/Territory Nomination
Nomination from state or regional area
Regional Study
At least 2 years of study in regional Australia
You meet the minimum. Let's strengthen your application.
Points Breakdown
Your Visa Pathways
Recent Invitation Cutoffs
189 - Skilled Independent
Meets pass markYou meet the 65-point pass mark. Invitation cut-offs vary by occupation and round; check current SkillSelect results.
190 - Skilled Nominated
Meets pass markYou meet the pass mark; state or territory nomination is also required
491 - Skilled Regional
Meets pass markYou meet the pass mark; regional nomination or sponsorship is also required
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only. Actual invitation rounds and cutoffs vary by occupation and may change without notice. Please consult with a registered migration agent for personalized advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about the Australian PR points system
You need a minimum of 65 points to be eligible for invitation. However, recent invitation rounds for 189 visas have required 85-90 points. The 190 visa typically requires 80-85 points, and the 491 visa requires 65-75 points. Points requirements vary by occupation and change regularly based on demand.
NAATI CCL awards 5 points under the "Credentialed Community Language" category. These 5 points can be crucial in reaching competitive score thresholds, as they can make the difference between receiving an invitation to apply or not. The NAATI CCL test is often one of the quickest ways to gain additional points.
189 is the Skilled Independent visa requiring no state sponsorship. 190 is the Skilled Nominated visa requiring state/territory nomination (+5 points). 491 is the Skilled Regional visa requiring regional nomination (+15 points). The 189 offers the most freedom, while 190 and 491 require living and working in specific areas initially.
Invitation rounds typically occur monthly, and cutoff scores can vary based on the number of invitations issued and applicant pool competition. Cutoffs tend to trend upward during high-demand periods and may decrease slightly during low-demand periods. Always check the latest SkillSelect results for current cutoffs.
Yes, you can claim points for both Australian and overseas skilled work experience, provided the work is in your nominated occupation and meets the assessment requirements. Home Affairs caps combined points for employment experience at 20, even if the two categories add up to more.
If your occupation is not on the relevant skilled occupation list (MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL), you cannot apply for a skilled migration visa under that occupation. You would need to either pursue skills assessment in a different occupation that is on the list, or explore alternative visa pathways.
This calculator provides estimates based on the official points system as of 2026. However, eligibility also depends on other factors like skills assessment, English test results, and occupation availability. Actual invitation rounds may have higher cutoffs than the minimum. Always consult with a registered migration agent for personalized advice.
The quickest ways to improve your score include: taking the NAATI CCL test (+5 points), improving English test scores (up to +10 points), gaining more work experience (+5-15 points), completing a Professional Year program (+5 points), or obtaining state nomination (+5 or +15 points).
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