Sunshine, opportunity and a clear path to PR.
Australia’s points-tested skilled visas reward your age, English, qualifications and experience. Haven Overseas is a Kerala-based consultancy with offices in Kozhikode and Kochi. We guide you wherever you are, working with a MARA-registered migration agent in Australia.
What permanent residency gives your family
An Australian PR visa lets you build a long-term future in Australia, with most of the same everyday rights as citizens.
Four main routes for skilled migrants
The Department of Home Affairs manages Australia’s skilled migration program through its online SkillSelect system. Skilled visas are points-tested, and your occupation must first be assessed by the relevant skills assessment authority.
Skilled Independent (subclass 189)
A permanent visa for skilled workers who don’t need a sponsor.
- Occupation on the relevant skilled list, with a positive skills assessment
- At least 65 points, though invitations usually go to higher scores
- Live and work anywhere in Australia
Skilled Nominated (subclass 190)
A permanent visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory.
- Nomination adds 5 points to your score
- Each state publishes its own occupation lists and criteria
- A commitment to live in the nominating state at first
Skilled Work Regional (subclass 491)
A five-year provisional visa to live and work in regional Australia.
- State nomination or eligible family sponsorship adds 15 points
- Path to PR through subclass 191 after 3 years living and working in a designated regional area
- Lower living costs and growing regional demand
Skills in Demand → Employer Nomination
For skilled workers with an Australian employer willing to sponsor them.
- Start on a Skills in Demand visa (subclass 482)
- Move to permanent residency through the Employer Nomination Scheme (subclass 186)
- Employer sponsorship is a priority in the 2026–27 program
| Points factor | Points available |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 points for ages 25–32; 25 for 18–24 and 33–39; 15 for 40–44 |
| English | 10 points for Proficient, 20 for Superior |
| Skilled work | Up to 15 points for overseas experience and up to 20 for Australian experience (20 maximum combined) |
| Education | 20 for a doctorate, 15 for a bachelor’s or master’s, 10 for a diploma or trade qualification |
| Partner | Up to 10 points for a skilled partner, or if you’re single |
| Other | Australian study, regional study, a Professional Year, community language and STEM research degrees |
| Nomination | 5 points for subclass 190, 15 for subclass 491 |
What every skilled applicant needs
Why families choose Australia
From Kerala to Australia, step by step
Rob MatthewA registered agent on the Australian side
Rob Matthew (MARN: 1804102) is a Registered Migration Agent based in Melbourne, Australia, handling all types of visa submissions to the Department of Home Affairs. His registration can be verified on the OMARA Register of Migration Agents. He is the Managing Director of Lighthouse International Migration and Education Pty Ltd (www.limemigration.com), which has a proven track record of helping hundreds of Australian migrants with their visas.
While they currently specialise in skilled visas, they are also highly experienced in a range of family and partner, employer, student and tourist visas.
What can we do for you?
An independent, women-owned consultancy founded by Betsy Babu in 2018, with offices in Kozhikode and Kochi and more than 1,000 clients guided to over 20 countries.
- Free Assessment
- Free Counselling
- Pre-Screening
- Review of Rejections & Appeal Guidance
- Embassy Interview Training
- Preparing Financial Papers
- Authenticating Documents
- Filling & Filing Applications
- Obtaining Visas
- Pre-Departure & Post-Landing Services
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a job offer for Australian PR?
Not for the points-tested 189, 190 and 491 visas. A job offer is only needed for employer-sponsored routes.
Is 65 points enough?
65 is the minimum to lodge an Expression of Interest. Invitations usually go to higher scores, so we look at ways to raise yours, such as a better English score or state nomination.
Can nurses migrate to Australia?
Yes. Registered nurses have long featured on Australia’s skilled occupation lists. You’ll need an ANMAC skills assessment and AHPRA registration to practise.
Can I include my partner and children?
Yes. Your partner and dependent children can be included in your application, and a skilled partner can add points.
Is there an age limit?
For points-tested skilled visas, you must be under 45 when invited to apply.
Check the rules at the source
Ready to start your Australia journey?
Book a free assessment at our Kozhikode or Kochi office, or talk to us on phone or WhatsApp.
Information reflects Department of Home Affairs settings as of October 2026 and may change. Twelve Apostles photo: Dietmar Rabich, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
