Australia is a favored destination for skilled migrants, and the SkillSelect program by the Department of Immigration and Border Protection provides opportunities for permanent Australian visas. The General Skilled Migration (GSM) visa aims to attract highly employable individuals to migrate to Australia, and it is a specialty of BM. As registered migration agents in Melbourne, we are dedicated to offering exceptional services to individuals, families, and potential employees.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:While there is no comprehensive eligibility, the GSM program sets minimum standards that applicants must meet. These include age requirements, proficiency in English (tested through the International English Language Testing System), qualifications, nominated occupation, skills assessment, health assessment, and character assessment.
PROCESS:Skilled professionals, migrants, or workers must familiarize themselves with the skilled migration provisions in Australia. The SkillSelect program involves two steps: submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) and completing the visa application process. Visa eligibility is determined based on the SkillSelect test score and meeting other basic requirements.
SKILLED SUBCLASSES:The Australian visas available under the GSM program include:
Skilled Independent Subclass 189: Intended for individuals planning to settle permanently in Australia. Skilled Nominated Subclass 190: Requires nomination by an Australian state or territory government.
Skilled Regional Provisional Subclass 489: A 4-year provisional visa sponsored by a relative, the Australian government, or a territory government.
Skilled Regional Subclass 887: The permanent stage of the Skilled Regional Provisional Subclass 489.
Graduate Temporary Subclass 485: Designed for international students who have completed 2 years of study in Australia.
Recognized Graduate Subclass 476: Provides an 18-month work visa for engineering graduates.
Those seeking permanent residency, better job opportunities, or an improved standard of living should apply for the GSM visa. Australia offers a highly livable environment with amazing cities, stunning beaches, and a multicultural atmosphere. The continent presents numerous possibilities and equal job prospects.
Selecting the right occupation is crucial, as it significantly affects skills assessment, points scored, and eligibility for state-sponsored visas. BM has extensive experience handling applications for various visa subclasses and can assist you in achieving the best possible outcome.
The General Skilled Migration Visa is ideal for skilled workers seeking permanent residency and can also be applicable to those who receive sponsorship from an Australian employer. BM provides consultation, assessment, and visa services for the GSM category.
Australian visas issued under this category include the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), Skilled Regional sponsored visa (subclass 489), Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491).
To apply for an Australian visa under the GSM category, participating in the SkillSelect Program is mandatory. This online program consists of two steps: submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) and completing the actual visa application.
Important information to include in the EOI submission:Basic personal information
Work experience details
Qualification documents
English language proficiency information (e.g., IELTS,PTE)
Note that from July 1, 2014, a skills assessment is valid for three years from the date of issue for certain visa applications, unless a shorter validity period is specified on the assessment. The validity of a skills assessment is essential for visa lodgement and invitation/application for specific visas.
Five visas require an invitation after submitting an Expression of Interest:
Business Talent (Permanent) visa (subclass 132)
Business Innovation and Investment (Provisional) visa (subclass 188)
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
Skilled Nominated or Sponsored (Provisional) visa (subclass 489)