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Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189 & 190) Points Guide 2026

Step-by-step breakdown of Australia SkillSelect points system, VETASSESS & TRA skills assessments, state nominations, and permanent residency.

Elena Rostova

Licensed Immigration Advisor

Aug 2026

Official UK Standards Alignment: This guide has been verified against current HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC), National Health Service (NHS), Joint Industry Board (JIB/ECS), and UK Home Office statutory legislation for the 2026/2027 tax and fiscal year.

Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189 & 190) Points Guide 2026

Australia's Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) and Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) visas provide direct Australian Permanent Residency to qualified tech specialists, nurses, and certified tradespeople without employer sponsorship.

1. SkillSelect Points Allocation Matrix (65 Points Minimum)

Age: 25–32 years = 30 points (18–24 = 25 pts; 33–39 = 25 pts; 40–44 = 15 pts).
English Language: Superior English (IELTS 8.0 in all bands) = 20 points; Proficient (IELTS 7.0) = 10 points.
Overseas Experience: 8+ years = 15 points; 5–7 years = 10 points.
Education: Bachelor / Masters = 15 points; Trade Certificate / Diploma = 10 points.
State Nomination (Subclass 190): Adds +5 points.