Points System
Australian Points Test Explained
The General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test is used to rank candidates for the subclass 189, 190, and 491 skilled visas. You need a minimum of 65 points to be eligible.
| Category | Maximum Points |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 |
| English Language | 20 |
| Qualifications | 20 |
| Australian Work Experience | 20 |
| Overseas Work Experience | 15 |
| Australian Study Requirement | 5 |
| Specialist Education | 5 |
| Partner Skills | 10 |
| Community Language | 5 |
| Regional Study | 5 |
| Professional Year | 5 |
| Nomination / Sponsorship | 15 |
Maximum 30 points for applicants aged 25–32. Points decrease for older applicants: 25 points for 18–24 and 33–39, 15 points for 40–44, and 0 points for 45–49. Applicants aged 45+ are generally ineligible.
Points allocations may change. Verify with the Department of Home Affairs.