Skilled Visa

Three pathways to permanent residency for skilled professionals. Each visa has unique advantages, we'll help you choose the route that matches your qualifications and circumstances.
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  • Subclass 491 visa- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
  • Subclass 189 visa- Skilled Independent Visa
  • Subclass 190- Skilled Nominated Visa
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We help you with your Skilled Visa

Australian skilled migration requires strategic planning. While 65 points is the minimum, successful applicants typically need 85-95 points. Our expertise helps you maximize your score and choose the right pathway.

189 visa

Skilled Independent Visa for permanent residency without sponsorship. Live anywhere in Australia. Highly competitive—needs 95+ points. Best for healthcare professionals on the skilled occupation list.

491 visa

Regional visa Australia pathway. Work in regional areas (including Perth, Adelaide) for 3 years before permanent residency. Adds 15 points to your application—ideal for trades and skilled workers.

190 visa

Skilled Nominated Visa with state sponsorship. Permanent residency from day one with 2-year state commitment. Adds 5 points for nomination. Perfect for 80-85 point applicants matching state priorities.

We help you with your Skilled Visa

Australian skilled migration requires strategic planning. While 65 points is the minimum, successful applicants typically need 85-95 points. Our expertise helps you maximize your score and choose the right pathway.

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Main steps to apply Point-Tested Visa (491, 190 or 189)
  • Subclass 491 visa- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
  • Submit an expression of interest
  • Submit Region of interest (If applicable)
  • Pre- invited for Nomination
  • Nomination Approval
  • Be invited to apply for visa

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I was stuck at 50 for months, practice sessions saved me! trainer made me repeat everything 100 times. annoying but worked. got my visa last month!
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Rajdeep Singh
Already good at english but didn't know PTE tricks. speaking too fast was my issue! Got 190 invite in 2 weeks. typing this from Melbourne!!
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Rajdeep Singh
Finally. Finally! Desire team and Manisha mam helped a lot. Got my student visa yesterday! Thank you very much.
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Fatima
Kept getting 77-78, needed 79 for points. one-on-one sessions fixed my pronunciation. 4th time: 81! got my 189 invite yesterday. cant believe it
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Skilled Visa FAQs

Everything you need to know about Australian skilled migration pathways.
How many points do I really need for skilled migration?
While 65 is the minimum, successful invitations typically require 85-95+ points. For subclass 189, you often need 95-100 points. The 190 visa works with 80-85 points thanks to state nomination. The 491 regional visa adds 15 points, making it accessible with 70-75 base points.
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Which skilled visa should I apply for - 189, 190, or 491?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. If you want, we’ll provide you with a free, personalized 30-minute onboarding call to get you up and running as soon as possible.
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Why choose a Registered Migration Agent for skilled visas?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. If you want, we’ll provide you with a free, personalized 30-minute onboarding call to get you up and running as soon as possible.
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Which areas count as 'regional' for the 491 visa?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. If you want, we’ll provide you with a free, personalized 30-minute onboarding call to get you up and running as soon as possible.
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Is my occupation eligible for skilled migration?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. If you want, we’ll provide you with a free, personalized 30-minute onboarding call to get you up and running as soon as possible.
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How can Desire Migration help with my skilled visa application?
Yes, you can try us for free for 30 days. If you want, we’ll provide you with a free, personalized 30-minute onboarding call to get you up and running as soon as possible.
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