SkillSelect - Points Test System

SkillSelect - Points Test System

The SkillSelect Program is a "Points Tested" Program, in which an applicant is required to achieve, or exceed, the minimum Pass Mark for the visa Subclass they are applying for. Points are awarded to an applicant based upon an applicant’s Age, English Language ability, Qualifications, Work Experience, Nomination / Sponsorship (if applicable), Community Language, Regional Australian study, Partner Skills and Australian Professional Year.

The current Pass Mark under the SkillSelect Program is 60 Points. However, for the 1^st October, 2012 round of Invitations, DIAC set the cut-off score for a Subclass 189 Visa at 65 Points. Thus, it is recommend that you strife to achieve at least 65 Points, preferably higher.

The Points are determined at the time an applicant is invited to lodge their Visa Application rather than at lodgement or when a decision is made on their Application.

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