· Draft: seed content, figures not yet confirmed against the rulebook.
Guides
Short explainers built on the rulebook. Each shows when it was written and points to the official source.
How the points test works
The points test decides who is eligible to be invited for the skilled visas 189, 190 and 491. This guide explains the factors and what the test does not cover.
From a student visa to skilled migration
Many people study in Australia first, then work on a graduate visa, then apply for a skilled or employer-sponsored visa. This guide shows how the steps connect and where the checks are.
Getting help with your visa: agents and lawyers
Who may give you immigration assistance in Australia, how to check that they are registered, and what this site can and cannot do for you.