415/34, Off High Level Road, Gangodawila, Nugegoda, Sri Lanka
Minimum required points to lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI): 65 Points
(Higher points increase your chances of receiving an invitation)
| Age Group | Points |
|---|---|
| 18–24 years | 25 |
| 25–32 years | 30 |
| 33–39 years | 25 |
| 40–44 years | 15 |
| 45 years and over | 0 (Not eligible) |
| Test Score | Points |
|---|---|
| Competent English (IELTS 6.0 each band or equivalent) | 0 |
| Proficient English (IELTS 7.0 each band or equivalent) | 10 |
| Superior English (IELTS 8.0 each band or equivalent) | 20 |
| Years of Experience | Points |
|---|---|
| 3–4 years | 5 |
| 5–7 years | 10 |
| 8 years or more | 15 |
| Years of Experience | Points |
|---|---|
| 1–2 years | 5 |
| 3–4 years | 10 |
| 5–7 years | 15 |
| 8 years or more | 20 |
Points from both Australian and Overseas experience can be combined (maximum cap 20 points).
| Qualification | Points |
|---|---|
| Doctorate from an Australian institution or recognized overseas | 20 |
| Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree | 15 |
| Diploma or Trade Qualification from Australia | 10 |
| Award or Qualification recognized for your occupation | 10 |
Must have completed at least 2 academic years of study in Australia in a course registered on CRICOS.
Master’s Degree by Research or Doctorate completed in Australia in STEM fields:
Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or ICT
Awarded if you have NAATI accreditation in a community language.
For completing at least 2 years of study in a designated regional area of Australia.
For completion of a Professional Year Program in Australia in nominated skilled occupations (accounting, ICT, engineering).
| Partner Criteria | Points |
|---|---|
| Partner has Competent English + Positive Skills Assessment + under 45 years | 10 |
| Partner has Competent English only | 5 |
| You are single OR your partner is an Australian citizen/PR | 10 |
| Nomination Type | Points |
|---|---|
| State Nomination (Subclass 190) | 5 |
| State or Family Sponsorship (Subclass 491) | 15 |
| Visa | Points Required | Additional Points For |
|---|---|---|
| Subclass 189 (Independent) | 65+ | None |
| Subclass 190 (State Nominated) | 65+ | +5 points for nomination |
| Subclass 491 (Regional Sponsored) | 65+ | +15 points for nomination or family sponsorship |
