Australia’s points-based immigration system evaluates candidates for permanent residency (PR) based on several key factors, including age, English language proficiency, education, work experience, and more. The higher your score, the greater your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for PR. Use this guide to calculate your potential PR points using the 2025 criteria.
1. Age
|
Age Range |
Points |
|---|---|
|
18–24 years |
25 |
|
25–32 years |
30 |
|
33–39 years |
25 |
|
40–44 years |
15 |
|
45–49 years |
0 |
2. English Language Skills
|
Proficiency Level |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Superior English (IELTS 8 or equivalent) |
20 |
|
Proficient English (IELTS 7 or equivalent) |
10 |
|
Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent) |
0 |
3. Skilled Work Experience (Outside Australia)
|
Work Experience Duration |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Less than 3 years |
0 |
|
3–5 years |
5 |
|
5–8 years |
10 |
|
8+ years |
15 |
4. Skilled Work Experience (Inside Australia)
|
Work Experience Duration |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Less than 1 year |
0 |
|
1–3 years |
5 |
|
3–5 years |
10 |
|
5–8 years |
15 |
|
8+ years |
20 |
5. Educational Qualifications
|
Qualification |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Doctorate (PhD) from Australian/recognized institution |
20 |
|
Bachelor’s/Master’s from Australian/recognized institution |
15 |
|
Diploma or trade qualification |
10 |
|
Recognition of skills assessment (for trade occupations) |
10 |
6. Australian Study Requirement
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Completion of at least 2 years of study in Australia |
5 |
7. Regional Study
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Studied in regional Australia for at least 2 years |
5 |
8. Professional Year Program
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Completed a Professional Year in Australia (in occupation-related field) |
5 |
9. Community Language Skills
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
NAATI-accredited proficiency in a community language |
5 |
10. Spouse/Partner Skills
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Skilled partner with English proficiency |
10 |
|
Partner with competent English |
5 |
|
Single or partner is Australian PR/Citizen |
10 |
11. Additional Points
|
Criteria |
Points |
|---|---|
|
State/territory nomination (subclass 190 visa) |
5 |
|
Regional nomination (subclass 491 visa) |
15 |
Calculate Your Total Points:
Add up your points across all the relevant categories above to calculate your total score. The minimum required points for eligibility remain 65, but higher scores significantly improve your chances of receiving an invitation for PR.
Want to find out how you can boost your PR points? Contact a migration expert today!
