What Is Australian PR?
Australian PR means Permanent Residence of Australia. Pakistani professionals are eligible to apply for Australian Permanent Residency (PR) those who are highly qualified and less than 45 years old.
For Pakistani professionals, eligibility is primarily based on skilled migration visas and meeting specific criteria.If you do have LL.M, MS, MPhil, Phd degree the you have very good chance to get your PR in Australia.
Key Eligibility Factors
The core requirements for most skilled PR visas (like Subclass 189, 190, and 491) are:
Occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL): Your profession must be on the relevant list (MLTSSL, STSOL, or ROL). This is the most crucial factor determining eligibility. In-demand fields often include:
Minimum Points Score: You must score a minimum of 65 points on the points test, which awards points for:
- Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) 65 Points but Typically 80 – 100+ Point
- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) 65 Points (Includes 5 state nomination points)Typically 70 – 90+
- .Points Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) 65 Points (Includes 15 regional points)Typically 65 – 85+ Points.
Factors to Maximize Your Points:
For Pakistani professionals, focusing on these factors will help you maximise your score: Age: Be under 45 years of age when you receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA).
Occupation: Your occupation must be on the relevant Skilled Occupation List (e.g., Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List – MLTSSL for the Subclass 189).
Points Test: Score a minimum of 65 points on the Australian PR points grid.
English Language: Demonstrate at least Competent English (e.g., an IELTS score of 7 in each band, or equivalent in other approved tests like PTE). Note: Higher scores earn more points and improve your chances of an invitation.
Suitable Skills Assessment:
You must obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant Australian assessing authority for your nominated occupation. Your education as well as your qualifications will be assessed and you will have to prove through cogent evidence that you have good skill and experienced in your profession. You assessment will be completed between 8 to 10 weeks.
Completeness of Application: The times listed above are usually only for applications that are complete and require no further information. If the assessor needs to contact you or verify documents, the process will be delayed.
Validity: Once you receive a positive skills assessment, it is generally valid for three years (unless otherwise stated), giving you time to submit your Expression of Interest (EOI).Age Limit: You must be under 45 years old when you receive an invitation to apply.
How To Calculated Your Ponits
Step Journey to Australian PR:
After skill assessment your next process will be started you will have to prepare your IETLS and after getting your IELTS Result you will make your profile for PR.
Expression of Interest (EOI): Lodge your EOI via the Skill Select system, detailing your points claim, visa preference (189, 190, 491), and nominated state/territory (for 190/491). State Nomination (if applicable): Apply to a state or territory government for nomination (for Subclass 190 or 491).
Invitation to Apply (ITA):
If your EOI is successful and meets the current cut-offs, you will receive an invitation to apply for the visa.Visa Application: Lodge your full visa application, pay the fees, and submit all supporting documents within the deadline (usually 60 days).
Key Skilled Migration Visa Options
For highly qualified Pakistani professionals, the most relevant pathways to Australian PR are the points-tested skilled visas:
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) – Permanent
This visa is for skilled workers who are not nominated by a state or territory government, or sponsored by an employer or family member. It allows you to live and work permanently anywhere in Australia
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) – Permanent
This visa requires nomination by an Australian state or territory government. In return for the nomination, you commit to living and working in that state or territory for a specified initial period (usually two years) The state nomination gives you an additional 5 points towards your points test score.
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) – Provisional
This visa requires nomination by a state or territory government or sponsorship by an eligible family member residing in a designated regional area. It is a temporary visa valid for five years, allowing you to live, work, and study in a designated regional area of Australia. It provides a pathway to PR via the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (Subclass 191) after living and working in a regional area for at least three years and meeting minimum income thresholds.
CONTACT
MAHMOOD SALEEM
Advocate High Court
Immigration Consultant
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