Australia PR Points Calculator 2025

Australian Permanent Residency (PR) lets you live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely. It's granted through a permanent visa that allows you to stay in Australia permanently without becoming a citizen.

The main skilled migration pathways for PR are:

• Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)
• Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)

• You must be under 45 years old when applying (with some exceptions for family visas)
• You need at least 65 points on the points test, which evaluates your age, English skills, work experience, education, and other factors
• Your occupation must be on the current Skilled Occupation List (SOL)
• You need to meet health and character requirements, including medical exams and police clearances

For most skilled migration visas (189, 190, 491), you don't need a job offer. However, you must have an occupation that's on the relevant skilled occupation list and meet the points test criteria.

• Age (maximum 30 points for ages 25-32)
• English language skills (up to 20 points for high IELTS or equivalent scores)
• Work experience in and outside Australia (up to 20 points)
• Educational qualifications (up to 20 points for doctorate degrees)
• Other factors like state sponsorship, spouse skills, professional year completion, and regional study

Among the different PTE exam types—PTE Academic, PTE Core, PTE Home, and PTE Academic UKVI—only PTE Academic is accepted for Australian Skilled Migration.

Common documents include:

• Valid passport
• Permanent visa application form
• Police clearance certificates
• Medical examination reports
• Proof of English proficiency
• Evidence of skills assessment
• Identity photographs
• Proof of financial stability (if applicable)

The process typically takes between 6.5 to 8 months, but this can vary depending on your visa type, application completeness, and other factors like seasonal demand.

Yes, PR holders can leave and re-enter Australia freely for five years. After that period, you'll need to apply for a Resident Return visa to maintain your travel rights.

You can apply for citizenship after living in Australia for four years, including at least 12 months as a permanent resident, with limited time spent outside the country during this period.

• Poor documentation or incomplete applications
• Not meeting health or character requirements
• Misunderstanding visa eligibility criteria
• Incorrect or insufficient supporting documents

While you can apply on your own, working with a certified immigration agent is recommended to help navigate the complex procedures and reduce your risk of rejection.

For personalized advice about your situation, it's best to consult official government resources or speak with a registered migration agent.