Living in the US? Check if you qualify for Australia PR - takes 60 seconds.
65+
Points Needed
12-18 month
Avg timeline
189/190/491
Visa subclasses
Are You Eligible to Apply for Australia PR?
See Your Complete PR Assessment
Find out exactly what’s working in your profile and what needs improvement to secure your PR.
Minimum 65 points required
- here's how it breaks down
Age
Up to 30 pts
25-32 years earns maximum
English
Up to 20 pts
US & Canadian citizens typically qualify for Superior English automatically.
Work experience
Up to 20 pts
Overseas + Australian work
Qualifications
Up to 20 pts
PhD, degree, diploma
Partner Skills
Up to 10 pts
If partner meets criteria
State nomination
Up to 15 pts
Subclass 190 applicants
65
Minimum to submit an EOl - but recent cutoffs are 85-95+
You need 65 to enter the pool, but most occupations see invitations at 85 points or above. Use the full calculator below to see exactly where you stand.
How much does Australia PR cost?
Government Visa Fee
AUD 4,640
≈ USD 2,980
Subclass 189/190/491 primary applicant. Non-refundable once lodged.
Skills Assessment fee
AUD 530-1,310
≈ USD 340–870
Varies by assessing body. Engineers Australia, ACS, VETASSESS etc.
Medical Examination (HAP)
AUD 100-250
≈ USD 95–240
Conducted by a panel physician via the HAP system. Mandatory for most applicants once requested by the Department.
Total estimated cost (including all fees)
AUD 5,270 - 6,200
≈ USD 3,350–3,980 (Fees are subject to change by the Australian government)
What are the requirements for Australia PR?
Occupation on skilled list (MLTSSL / STSOL)
Your ANZSCO occupation must appear on the relevant skilled occupation list for Subclass 189 or 190.
Positive skills assessment
Must be assessed by the relevant body - Engineers Australia, ACS. VETASSESS, AHPRA etc. Valid for 3 years.
English language - minimum Proficient
IELTS 6.0/PTE 50/ OET B in all bands. Higher scores earn more points and improve invitation chances.
Under 45 years at time of invitation
Age must be under 45 when you receive your invitation to Apply - not when you lodge the EOl.
Minimum 65 points score
65 is the threshold to submit an EOl. Recent invitation cutoffs range from 65-95+ by occupation demand.
Health & character requirements
Medical exam by a panel physician + police clearance from each country lived in for 12+ months.
Why US/Canada residents choose Australia PR
No job offer needed
qualify on skills alone
Native English speaker?
You score maximum English points automatically
Australia PR
live, work, study anywhere in Australia permanently