Skilled Migration to Australia: Application Process and Fees
Application Process for Australia’s General Skilled Migration
Organise English Language Testing: Applicants must secure a minimum score of 6.0 in each component of the IELTS test or an equivalent score in the PTE Academic.
Submit Skills Assessment Application: Applicants must apply for a skills assessment for their nominated occupation listed in the Medium and Long-Term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), or Regional Occupation List (ROL).
Lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI): Applicants must submit an EOI through the SkillSelect system.
Apply for State/Territory Nomination: If applicable, applicants should apply for nomination from a state or territory.
Submit Skilled Migration Visa Application: Once invited, applicants can submit their Skilled Migration visa application.
Department of Home Affairs Application Fees at Lodgement
- Primary Applicant: A$4,045
- Applicants Aged 18 and Over: A$2,020
- Applicants Under 18: A$1,015
Department of Home Affairs Fees Before Visa Grant
- Applicants Aged 18 and Over with English Proficiency Below IELTS 5.0 (or equivalent in PTE or TOEFL): A$4,885