189 (Skilled Independent) Visa

This visa lets invited workers with skills we need live and work permanently anywhere in Australia.

Eligibility

You must:

• have an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list
• have a suitable skills assessment for the occupation
• be invited to apply for this visa
• satisfy the points test 

Salient Features

With this visa you can:

• work and study anywhere in Australia
• sponsor eligible relatives for permanent residence
• if eligible, become an Australian citizen

Stay

Permanently

Cost

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-independent-189/points-tested

Processing Time

75% of applications: 20 months

90% of applications: 24 months

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