SkillSelect and the Points System
If you apply to migrate to Australia through SkillSelect, you will be assessed against the SkillSelect points test system.
Points are awarded for:
- Age
- English language ability
- Australian work experience
- Overseas work experience
- Recognized qualifications
- Designated Language
- Partner Skills
- State or Territory nomination
- Designated Area Sponsorship (sponsored by an Australian relative living in a designated area – only available to provisional visa applicants)