Navigating through the Australian skilled visas can be complex, but at Legal Wave, we simplify the process. If you’re seeking to enhance your career, our team of migration lawyers are here to help you.
We evaluate your qualifications, work experience and English proficiency to identify the appropriate visa subclass (subclass 189, 190 or 491).
We will confirm whether your occupation is listed on the relevant Skilled Occupation List and that you meet the minimum points required to lodge your application.
To apply for a skilled visa, it is a requirement to assess your skills by a relevant authority to confirm that they meet the Australian Standards.
We will guide you on which authority you will need to contact to arrange this and assist you in gathering and submitting the required information.
This step requires us to gather all the accurate information about your skills, qualification and experience to put together an impressive EOI.
We also assist with understanding how you can maximise your points score by identifying other opportunities (i.e. Partner skills or regional nomination).
Some visa subclasses require you to receive a nomination from a state or territory.
We will guide you through this process and help you meet the requirements of the nominating state or territory.
Once you receive an invitation to apply for the visa, we prepare and lodge an application for you and ensure that it contains all forms and supporting documentation.
We monitor the progress of your application and respond to any additional requests from the Department.
Once a decision has been made, we notify you of the outcome.
Please reach out to us at info@legalwave.com.au if you cannot find an answer to your question.
189 is a permanent visa for independent applicants with no state nomination required. 190 is permanent but requires state or territory nomination and usually a commitment to live/work in that region. 491 is provisional, for regional areas, and provides a pathway to permanent residency after meeting specific conditions.
You must have an occupation on the skilled list, a positive skills assessment, meet English and health requirements, be under 45, and score at least 65 points. 190 and 491 require nomination or sponsorship and usually prioritise applicants with regional or state ties.
Points are awarded for age, English proficiency, work experience, education, partner skills, and nomination. While 65 points is the minimum, invitations generally go to higher-scoring applicants due to competition and occupation demand.
Yes. You can include your partner and dependent children. They receive the same visa rights, including work and study permissions where applicable, ensuring your family can settle together.
No for 189. 190 and 491 don’t always require one, but having relevant employment or connections in the nominating state or region can strengthen your application.
Working in Australia is an incredible opportunity, and we’re here to help you achieve this.
We provide expert legal support and personalised guidance throughout your journey.
Contact us today for a free consultation to start your application with confidence.