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Australian Skilled Migration Points Calculator

Calculate your points score for the Australian General Skilled Migration program (Subclass 189, 190, and 491). Based on official Department of Home Affairs criteria.

65
Minimum to lodge
85+
Competitive score
130
Maximum possible
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Age
Your age at time of invitation
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English language
IELTS, PTE, TOEFL iBT, or Cambridge
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Overseas skilled employment
In nominated occupation, outside Australia, last 10 years
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Australian skilled employment
In nominated occupation, in Australia, last 10 years
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Educational qualifications
Highest completed qualification recognised by assessing body
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Australian study requirement
2+ academic years of full-time study at a registered Australian institution
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STEM / specialist qualification
Bachelor, Masters, or PhD in a STEM or specialist field
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Professional Year in Australia
Completed accredited Professional Year (accounting, engineering, IT, nursing)
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Partner skills
Your partner's qualifications if included in the application
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Regional study in Australia
2+ years study and living in a designated regional area on a student visa
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State or territory nomination
Nominated by an Australian state or territory government

Full points table — Australian General Skilled Migration

Age
18–24 years+25
25–32 years+30
33–39 years+25
40–44 years+15
45 or older—
English language
Superior (IELTS 8.0+ all bands)+20
Proficient (IELTS 7.0+ all bands)+10
Competent (IELTS 6.0+ all bands)—
Overseas skilled employment (last 10 yrs)
8–10 years+15
5–7 years+10
3–4 years+5
Australian skilled employment (last 10 yrs)
8–10 years+20
5–7 years+15
3–4 years+10
1–2 years+5
Educational qualifications
Doctorate+20
Bachelor/Masters or higher+15
Diploma or trade qualification+10
Other factors
Australian study requirement (2 yrs)+5
STEM / specialist education qualification+10
Professional Year in Australia+5
Partner skills qualification+10
No partner / partner is AUS/NZ citizen+10
Regional study (2+ yrs)+5
State nomination — Subclass 190+5
State nomination — Subclass 491+15

Source: Department of Home Affairs — General Skilled Migration points test. Points allocations are subject to change. Verify with a MARA-registered agent before lodging an EOI.

Frequently asked questions

What is the minimum points score for skilled migration to Australia?+

The minimum score to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect is 65 points. However, the actual score at which invitations are issued is typically much higher — currently 85–95+ for the Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) and 85+ for most Subclass 190 (Skilled Nominated) programs. Invitation scores vary by occupation and round.

How do I calculate my Australian skilled migration points score?+

Your score is calculated across factors including age, English language ability, Australian and overseas skilled employment, educational qualifications, Australian study, specialist education, professional year, partner skills, community language, regional study, and state or territory nomination. This calculator covers all official DHA criteria.

How many points does state nomination add?+

State or territory nomination under the Subclass 190 visa adds 5 points to your score. Nomination under the Subclass 491 (Skilled Regional) visa adds 15 points. This can significantly improve your chances of receiving an invitation if your base score is not yet competitive.

What English score do I need for 20 points?+

To claim 20 points for Superior English, you need a minimum score of 8 in each of the four bands (Listening, Reading, Writing, Speaking) on the IELTS, or equivalent scores on the PTE Academic (79+), TOEFL iBT (93+ with specific minimums), or OET (Grade A in all components).

Is this points calculator based on official Australian government criteria?+

Yes. This calculator is based on the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) points test criteria for General Skilled Migration as publicly documented. However, immigration policy can change. Always confirm your points score with a MARA-registered migration agent and check the current DHA points test schedule before submitting an EOI.

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