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Skilled Independent Visa Australia 189

Your Pathway to Australian Permanent Residency

The Skilled Independent Visa Australia Subclass 189 is a points-tested visa that lets skilled workers live and work in Australia permanently without sponsorship. This visa has many benefits, including the ability to work and study anywhere in Australia and sponsor your eligible relatives for permanent residency.

Starting From INR 95,000 + GST

DurationPermanent Residence
Processing8-10 Months
Visa FeeA$4,765 (approx.)
98%Visa Approvals
5,000+Interviews Received

Eligibility Criteria

Verify your parameters to make your skilled visa application hassle-free.

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Language

Proficient in English language is mandatory. IELTS language test must be done before you start the visa application.

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Education

A candidate must have a bachelor's degree to be eligible for the visa.

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Age

According to early invitation rules, applicants must be between 18 and 45 years of age at the time of invitation.

Why Choose Skilled Independent Visa Australia 189?

Relocating to Australia under Subclass 189 offers massive lifestyle and career benefits.

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Social Security

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Work Life Balance

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Pathway To PR

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Good Income

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Equal Employment

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Quality Life

Visa Requirements & Process Duration

Standard documents required for a subclass 189 skilled visa submission.

Passport
Proof of Funds
Skills Assessment result from relevant authority
English language proficiency test report (IELTS/PTE)
Points Test scorecard showing 65+ points

Visa Approval Timeline

4-6 Months350 applicants (26%)
6-10 Months850 applicants (62%)
11-14 Months161 applicants (12%)

Visa delays typically result from document errors or policy changes.

This data is based on first 1,361 enrollments received in 2024-2025

How the Visa Process Works

We guide you step-by-step from eligibility verification to final visa grant and post-landing support.

Step 1

Apply on WorkAbroad

Fill out our enquiry form, and our experts will reach out to assist you!

Step 2

Counselling Call

After checking your eligibility, you will receive a counselling call from our experts to discuss your options!

Step 3

Webinar

You will be invited for a webinar for a detailed session with a certified immigration advisor to explore your options!

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Enrollment

We will be finalising the enrollment process on this step

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Your Documents Are Verified

Your documents will be verified by our legal team for accuracy and compliance.

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Skill Assessment & Language Training

Identify the main factors used to assess skills, and give tailored feedback on my profile with specific suggestions to improve it

Step 7

Expression of Interest

File your EOI through the Skill Select portal to apply for skilled visa consideration.

Step 8

Job Search Assistance

Get personalised job search assistance to help you find the perfect opportunity!

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Visa Invite & Fly to Destination

Fly to your destination and enjoy our comprehensive post-landing services post your visa invite

High-Paying Jobs in Australia

Australia offers competitive salaries for skilled professionals across multiple sectors.

Job TitleSalaries RangeAverage Pay
Mechanical EngineerA$85,000 - A$159,000A$85,000
Data ScientistA$110,000 - A$130,000A$110,000
SurgeonA$150,000 - A$600,000A$350,000
Software EngineerA$70,000 - A$180,000A$100,000
Construction ManagerA$90,000 - A$250,000A$150,000

Visa Rejection Reasons

Be aware of key factors that can negatively impact your visa request and trigger rejections.

Lack of Financial Evidence

Having no proof that one has sufficient money to spend during their stay, either through bank statements or financial guarantees, will result in a visa denial.

Inadequate or Inaccurate Documentation

Failure to prepare proper or inadequate documents leads to a direct rejection since all the documentation has to be perfect.

Previous Violation of Visa or Criminal Record

Staying beyond visa, breaching immigration rules, or even having a criminal record previously can be another important reason for your visa denial.

Failure to Provide Strong Ties in Your Country

Inability to show any strong personal, professional, or financial connections to your home country may raise a question over your intention to return.

Improper Justification of Purpose for Visit

Failure or ambiguity in explaining the purposes for visiting a country or failing to provide evidence like itineraries or invitation letters may result in your visa rejection.

Starting From INR 95,000 + GST

Hear Straight from Our Candidates

Real success stories of candidates who secured their subclass 189 visa with WorkAbroad.

"Got subclass 189 visa invite within 5 months of EOI submission. Brilliant guidance on skill assessment."

Saurabh KapoorFeb 2025

"Highly recommend WorkAbroad. The post-landing support in Melbourne was absolutely top notch."

Priyanka SenApr 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions answered about the subclass 189 point requirements, processing time, and family inclusion.

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