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Skilled visa points estimator

Estimate your points under the skilled migration points test (subclasses 189, 190 and 491). The minimum to lodge an expression of interest is 65, but invitation rounds often need more. This is a mathematical estimate; Home Affairs assesses your claims.

Official site: Home Affairs points calculator ↗

Type: mathematical estimate based on the points table in the Migration Regulations. Not immigration advice.

55 points

Below the 65-point minimum to lodge an expression of interest.

  • Age30
  • English0
  • Skilled employment (combined, max 20)0
  • Qualification15
  • Australian study requirement0
  • Specialist education (STEM)0
  • Professional Year0
  • Credentialled community language0
  • Study in regional Australia0
  • Partner10
  • Nomination / sponsorship0

Estimate only. Meeting 65 points does not guarantee an invitation.

Assumptions

  • Age points: 18–24 = 25, 25–32 = 30, 33–39 = 25, 40–44 = 15.
  • Employment points from Australia and overseas are capped at 20 combined.
  • Only one qualification and one partner category count.
  • Claims must be supported by evidence such as skills assessments and test results.

Related pages

Sources: Home Affairs — Points calculator.

Page updated 25 October 2026. Rules change — confirm current details on the official site. Public Services Desk is independent and is not a government agency; we cannot lodge or process applications. General information, not legal, financial or immigration advice.