It’s a great news for Australia immigration aspirants all over the world. The Australian government has lifted all Covid-19 restrictions form 6 July 2022 followingthe advice from CMO (Chief Medical Officer). Now, individuals orfamilies traveling to Australia by air or sea do not need tocompleteaDigital Passenger Declaration (DPD) or Maritime Travel Declaration (MTD), which was essential earlierto declare yourCOVID-19 vaccination status.
This also means that now, all eligible visa holders can travel to Australia without any requirement oftravel exemption.Hence, if you have plans to immigrate to Australia on PR (Permanent Residence) visa, this is an ideal time to prepare your immigration file and apply for relevant visa.
Australia to admit 160,000 new immigrants this year
Australia is one of the most popular immigration destinations in the world. It every year invite a significant number of immigrants on PR visa, skilled visa, study visa, visitor visa, etc.
This year, Department of Home Affairs (DHA), Australia will accept 160,000 new immigrants and most of these newcomers will get the invitation under the skilled visa categories (109,900 visa places). If you are a skilled professional looking to apply for Australia PR visa, you can choose to apply for any of the General Skilled Migration (GSM) category Permanent visas.Find below the most popular GSM skilled PR visas of Australia:
• Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189- As the title suggests it is an independent point-tested skilled permanent visa. Hence, you do not need any nomination from Australian state/territory or sponsorship from a family member in Australia to apply for this visa.
• Skilled Nominated Visa Subclass 190: Subclass 190 visa is a point-tested and state nominated visa, which means, you need nomination from any state or territory government agency in Australia to apply for this visa.
Eligibility Requirements to apply for Australia skilled PR visa
Find below the eligibility criteria to apply for skilled PR visa in Australia:
• You must be under 45 years of age
• Make sure your occupation is there in relevant Skilled Occupation List of Australia
• Submit an approved English proficiency test, i.e. IELTS (International English Language Testing System) test result with minimum band score 6 in all four language abilities
• Provide the Skill Assessment report from an approved assessing authority, i.e. ACS, AACA, VETASSESS, etc.
• Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) and score minimum 65 points out of 100 in the online SkillSelect system, based on key profile factors, i.e. age, education, language skills, work experience, etc.
• Make availableMedical Fitness certificate for all family member as and when required
• Police Clearance Certificate (PCC) for all family members as and when asked by visa office
• Need State nomination if applying for a nominated visa, i.e. Subclass 190
Stepwise Process to Apply for Australia PR visa?
To apply for skilled permanent visa, first, you need to check your occupation in the relevant high demand Skilled Occupation list (SOL) of Australia.
Subsequently, obtain the required documents, i.e. IELTS test result and Skill Assessment report from an approved assessing authority
Submit EOI in the Skill Select system and obtain minimum 65 points
The relevant immigration authority will issue the Invitation to Apply (ITA) to top ranking candidates for a particular occupation
On receipt of ITA from DHA, submit complete PR application along with documents to DHA.
Get Assistance from a trusted Visa Consultant
If you are new to immigration, it’s always good to take assistance from a genuine and trusted Visa Consultancy Service. To check your eligibility and apply for skilled visa, study visa, or family-sponsored visa, etc. in Australia this year, you may get in touch with Visas Avenue- the most trusted Immigration Advisor associated with MARA member. Find below the list of immigration services offered by VA team to the visa applicants:
• Eligibility Assessment
• Visa Application Filing
• Documentation Assistance
• International Admissions
• Language coaching, i.e. IELTS, PTE, etc.
• Refusal case analysis
• Visa application follow up,
• Post-Landing Services, etc.
To enroll with Visas Avenue, you may call VA Australia Migration expert on Toll-Free No. 78-18-000-777 or e-mail at info@visasavenue.com.
