Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa – Requirements, Steps & Checklist

Who is this visa for?

Invited skilled workers with an occupation on the MLTSSL who score highly on the points test.

Invitation	Lodge an EOI in SkillSelect and receive an invitation.
Occupation	On the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL).
Skills assessment	Positive assessment from the relevant assessing authority.
Points	At least 65 – actual invitation scores are usually much higher.
Age	Under 45 when invited.
English	At least Competent English.

The main pathway (four-tier invitation system).

For eligible NZ citizens (Pathway to Permanent Residency).

1Skills assessmentFrom the assessing body for your occupation.

2English testHigher scores = more points.

3Lodge EOISkillSelect – your points ranking.

4InvitationRounds are irregular; highest points invited first.

5Lodge 189 within 60 daysAll claims must be true at invitation.

6PR grantedLive anywhere in Australia.