Skilled Independent, State Nominated, Regional, and Employer Sponsored Visas — Esse India guides you end-to-end, with transparent pricing and no false promises.
Access to Medicare — Australia's public healthcare system, from the day you arrive, for you and your family.
Free primary and secondary education for your children in every state and territory.
Live, work or study anywhere in Australia — no employer lock-in for PR visa holders.
Sponsor eligible spouses, children and parents to join you once your status is confirmed.
Australia consistently ranks among the top countries for quality of life, safety, and happiness.
PR status builds directly toward Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
Every Australia PR application falls under one of these four visa subclasses. Our ICCRC-associated consultants assess your profile against each before recommending a route.
Points-based PR visa for skilled workers. No sponsorship required. Work and live anywhere in Australia.
No sponsorship 6-12 months Direct PR Learn MoreState-sponsored PR visa. Get 5 extra points and a direct pathway to PR with state nomination.
State nomination 6-12 months +5 points Learn More5-year provisional visa with 15 extra points. Work in regional Australia for 3 years, then apply for PR.
Regional visa 6-12 months +15 points Learn MoreEmployer-sponsored work visa. Work for 2-3 years with your sponsor, then apply for PR through Subclass 186.
Employer sponsor 4-8 months PR after 2-3 yrs Learn MoreCompare the key differences between Australia's main skilled visa subclasses.
| Feature | Subclass 189 | Subclass 190 | Subclass 491 | Subclass 482 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visa Type | Skilled Independent | Skilled Nominated | Skilled Work Regional | TSS / Employer Sponsored |
| Sponsorship | None | State/Territory | State/Family Regional | Employer |
| Extra Points | 0 | +5 | +15 | N/A |
| PR Pathway | Direct | Direct | After 3 Years | After 2-3 Years |
| Work Location | Anywhere | Nominating State | Regional Areas | With Employer |
| Processing Time | 6-12 months | 6-12 months | 6-12 months | 4-8 months |
All four visas lead to Permanent Residency. The right choice depends on your profile, occupation, and goals.
The Australia points test scores your profile out of factors like age, education, experience, and language.
| Factor | Points |
|---|---|
| Age Max 30 | |
| 18-24 years | 25 |
| 25-32 years ★ Best | 30 |
| 33-39 years | 25 |
| 40-44 years | 15 |
| 45+ years | 0 |
| English Language Max 20 | |
| Competent (IELTS 6.0) | 0 |
| Proficient (IELTS 7.0) | 10 |
| Superior (IELTS 8.0) ★ Best | 20 |
| Work Experience (outside Australia) Max 15 | |
| 3-4 years | 5 |
| 5-7 years | 10 |
| 8+ years ★ Best | 15 |
| Work Experience (in Australia) Max 20 | |
| 1-2 years | 5 |
| 3-4 years | 10 |
| 5+ years ★ Best | 20 |
| Education Max 20 | |
| Bachelor's degree | 15 |
| Master's/PhD degree ★ Best | 20 |
| Australian qualification | 5 |
| Bonuses | |
| State Nomination (190) +5 | +5 |
| Regional Nomination (491) +15 | +15 |
We verify every document before filing to ensure a smooth application process.
Subclass 189 — No sponsorship, work anywhere, 0 extra points.
Subclass 190 — State nomination, work in nominating state, +5 points.
Subclass 491 — Regional visa, +15 points, PR after 3 years.
Subclass 482 — Employer sponsored, work for sponsor, PR after 2-3 years.
The minimum points required is 65. However, invitations are issued to the highest scorers first. Most successful applicants have 80-90+ points for Subclass 189 and 75-85+ for Subclass 190/491.
For Subclass 189 — No job offer needed.
For Subclass 190 — Not required but some states prefer it.
For Subclass 491 — Not required but some states prefer it.
For Subclass 482 — Yes, a job offer is required.
Subclass 189: 6-12 months
Subclass 190: 6-12 months
Subclass 491: 6-12 months
Subclass 482: 4-8 months
State nomination can add 1-3 months.
Your occupation must be on the relevant occupation list. Common eligible occupations include IT professionals, engineers, accountants, architects, healthcare workers, and tradespeople.
Yes! Your spouse or common-law partner and dependent children can be included in your application. They will receive PR status alongside you.
Minimum Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each) is required. Proficient (7.0) gives 10 points, and Superior (8.0) gives 20 points. PTE, TOEFL, and OET are also accepted.
Fees depend on your specific profile, chosen subclass, and additional services required. We provide a transparent quote in writing before you pay anything — ask for a full breakdown at your first meeting.
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