Q Why choose to migrate to Australia ?
Australia needs Talented, Skilled professional or Tradesperson seeking employment and new life in Australia?
Ans. To fill specific skill shortages, Australia is looking to attract skilled migrants to its shores. The Australian Government skilled migration programme targets young people who have skills, an education and outstanding abilities that will contribute to the Australian economy. International students with Australian qualifications account for about half the people assessed under the skilled migrant programme. The number of places for skilled migrants increased recently due to the success in attracting graduates in high demand occupations such information technology, nursing and accounting. Applicants must pass a points test and satisfy some basic requirements. These include a maximum age limit of 45, English language proficiency, post-secondary school qualifications or work experience relevant to your nominated occupation. Points are awarded to applicants with Australian qualifications

Q How can I make assessment of my points to check my eligibility?
Ans. Our FREE Assessment for Migration is designed to determine if you are eligible to apply for migration to Australia and you qualify the Points System. It incorporates the criteria set by the Australian Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs (DIMIA). Our team will personally give special attention to your profile to check you eligibility and then contact you, rather than just making online assessment.

Q What categories of migration schemes are available under skilled migration so that I can live permanently in Australia ?
Ans. The skilled category of Australian Migration Program is specifically designed to target people who have skills or abilities that will contribute to the Australian economy.

There are three types of categories under which applications for skilled migration to Australia can be made:

• Independent Skilled Category: Must be highly skilled and have education and skills that are in demand, and related work experience , that will contribute to the Australian economy. Under this category one must satisfy the basic requirements of the visa as well as qualify the Points Test
• Skill matching: for those who may not be able to meet the pass mark of the Points test but are seeking to be nominated by a State and territory Government or an employer.
• Family sponsored migrants: Under this category you are selected on the basis of skills, age, English-language ability and family relationship. You must be sponsored by a relative already living in Australia. An Assurance of Support is required. You must satisfy the basic requirements of the visa. If you apply under the Skilled Australian Sponsored category you must pass the Points Test.

All other applicants must be outside Australia at time of application and visa grant.

Q What are the basic requirements to qualify the points system for General Skilled Migration visa to Australia?
Ans. To apply for a General Skilled Migration visa to Australia you, or your spouse, must be able to satisfy basic requirements:

• be under 45 when you apply;
• have sufficient ability in the English language for working in Australia. In the Skilled-Designated area sponsored and Skill Matching categories you may be eligible with a lower level of English;
• have post-secondary (such as university or trade) qualifications;
• your skills must have been assessed by the relevant assessing authority for your nominated occupation before you apply.In the Skilled-Independent Overseas Student subclass your skills must be assessed as 'suitable' before you apply;
• have a nominated occupation which fits your skills and qualifications when you apply. Your nominated occupation must be on the Skilled Occupations List (SOL). If your nominated occupation is not on the list, you cannot apply;
• If your nominated occupation is worth:
  1. 60 points: you must have been in paid employment in any skilled occupation on the SOL for at least 12 of the 18 months before applying;
  2. 40 or 50 points: you must have been in paid employment in any skilled occupation on the SOL for at least two of the three years before applying;

The Points Test includes marks for the following : The pass mark changes from time to time. For latest pass marks please refer to DIMIA website (http://immi.gov.au) or contact us. Points can be awarded for:

• skill,
• age,
• English language ability,
• specific work experience,
• occupation in demand (and job offer),
• Australian qualifications,
• spouse skills,
• foreign language skills or Australian work experience or capital to invest in Australia, and
• relationship (for Skilled Australian sponsored only).

You must gain sufficient points to reach the pass mark applicable to your application at the time it is assessed (not when the form is lodged).

Q I am doing my higher studies in Australia, can I get PR after completion of my studies?
Ans. The Australian Government skilled migration programme targets young people who have skills, an education and outstanding abilities that will contribute to the Australian economy. International students with Australian qualifications account for about half the people assessed under the skilled migrant programme. The number of places for skilled migrants increased recently due to the success in attracting graduates in high demand occupations such information technology, nursing and accounting. Applicants must pass a points test and satisfy some basic requirements.

Q What is the Skilled Occupations List (SOL)?
Ans. When you apply, you must nominate a skilled occupation, which fits your skills and qualifications. Your nominated occupation must be on the Skilled Occupations List (SOL) at the time you apply. If your nominated occupation is not on the list you cannot apply.

Q How do I have my skills assessed?
Ans. Before you apply, you must have your skills and qualifications assessed by the relevant Australian assessing authority for your nominated occupation. No other assessing body's assessment is acceptable. Your skills must be assessed as suitable for your occupation.