Skilled Independent Visa (189) Lawyers
Securing a Skilled Independent Visa Subclass 189 is a complex process that requires experts in the field of law. Our expert immigration lawyers at CMI Legal have in-depth knowledge regarding the 189 visas and provide comprehensive support to quicken your visa application process from eligibility assessment to final approval, covering every step that makes your application strong. We are dedicated to assisting you in your ambition to live and work in Australia by helping you navigate through the complexities of the immigration system.
Book a consultation
Our expert migration lawyers offer paid consultations to suit your needs—choose a quick 15-minute session for general advice or a comprehensive 45-minute session for in-depth discussion and tailored guidance.
Preliminary Migration Law Consultation
Comprehensive Migration Law Consultation
What is Points Based Skilled (Permanent) Subclass 189 Visa?
The subclass 189 visa, being points-based, provides for permanent residence. This visa category is for skilled workers desiring to live and work in Australia without having a sponsoring employer. It is important to provide people with relevant skills needed in the Australian labour market. This type of visa requires no sponsorship by an Australian sponsoring employer state or by a territory; neither will the candidate require sponsorship by a family member.
First, an expression of interest (EOI) should be submitted, and they are picked based on a points system that grades their age, proficiency in language, work experience, and education. If successfully acquired, this visa provides permanent residence in Australia, out of which they can build long-term careers and stay. Under this visa, they could also sponsor family members for residency.
Secure Your 189 Visa Today!
Get Professional Legal Assistance For Your Skilled Independent Visa (189) Application!
*Our Expert Migration Lawyers Offer 15-minute General Advice Or 45-minute In-depth, Tailored Consultations To Suit Your Needs.
Application Requirements for 189 Skilled Independent Visa
Here are some of the few requirements that the Skilled-Independent Visa, Subclass 189, needs a candidate to know about before applying. Our Work Visa Lawyers will make sure to explain to you in detailed form just what the application requirements are:
Expression of Interest (EOI)
First, applicants have to submit an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect before actually applying for Visa 189. A point-based system has been designed to grant points to each applicant based on their respective skills and experience, education/academic qualifications, and proficiency in the English language. Only those candidates who achieve a score equal to or above 65 will then be invited to apply for the visa.
English Language Proficiency
For a subclass 189 visa application, one has to be able to demonstrate competent English. This competent English is achievable through various tests, including IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE. The scores of these tests are of prime importance and must show competent English to ensure the applicant can freely communicate within an English-speaking country.
Skills Assessment
A skills assessment of the applicant's occupation by the relevant assessing authority, which is an authorized examining body, is required. This is done to check whether the applicant's qualifications and relevant skills meet Australian standards.
Health and Character Checks
An applicant for an 189 visa is required to go through a medical check and obtain police clearance certificates from every country the applicant has spent 12 months or more in during the last 10 years of their life. Such checks would ensure that he or she, upon getting a visa, would not pose health and security risks to the Australian community.
Age Limit
At the time of invitation to apply for a subclass 189 visa, one must be less than 45 years old. The requirement for an age limit is so that the visa should only be given to those people who will maintain the possibility of contributing economically to the Australian workforce for a longer time.
Documents Checklist for Skilled Independent Visa 189
The presentation of documents and their preparation while applying for an independent skilled visa (subclass 189) is very important. Here is a developed list of required documents to be attached to the application:
Personal Identification Documents
You will need to provide copies of personal identification documents. It includes a current passport with all the pages showing the identity, nationality, and travelling record of the holder, national identity cards, and any other official documents that give your identity. Accurate and up-to-date documents are essential during a visa application, as they will be used to verify your personal information.
Evidence of English Language Proficiency
You will be required to provide this through the standardized tests in IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, and OET. You must provide test results with minimum scores as required by Australian immigration authorities. These should not be more than three years old when you apply, since the test scores used must reflect your present level of proficiency in the use of the English language.
Character and Police Certificates
If applicants have resided in a country for more than 12 months in the past 10 years, they must be able to provide police certificates from every country. This will show that you have had no records of crime against you; that is, a check on your character. Ensure all documents are complete and, where necessary, translated into English.
Personal Identification Documents
You will need to provide copies of personal identification documents. It includes a current passport with all the pages showing the identity, nationality, and travelling record of the holder, national identity cards, and any other official documents that give your identity. Accurate and up-to-date documents are essential during a visa application, as they will be used to verify your personal information.
Evidence of English Language Proficiency
You will be required to provide this through the standardized tests in IELTS, TOEFL, PTE Academic, and OET. You must provide test results with minimum scores as required by Australian immigration authorities. These should not be more than three years old when you apply, since the test scores used must reflect your present level of proficiency in the use of the English language.
Character and Police Certificates
If applicants have resided in a country for more than 12 months in the past 10 years, they must be able to provide police certificates from every country. This will show that you have had no records of crime against you; that is, a check on your character. Ensure all documents are complete and, where necessary, translated into English.
Health Examination Reports
Health examinations are necessary to check on your general health condition and make sure you will not become a public health risk to Australia. These need to be completed by approved panel physicians with a complete medical examination that may include chest X-rays and other tests, depending upon the nature of your application and your country of origin.
Skills Assessment
A positive skills assessment from an approved assessing authority relevant to the nominated profession is a must. The skills assessment shows that your skills are relevant and of a standard consistent with the Australian economy for your particular occupation. The assessment has to be recent and relevant since it is one of the eligibility criteria for the subclass 189 visa.
Skills Assessment
A positive skills assessment from an approved assessing authority relevant to the nominated profession is a must. The skills assessment shows that your skills are relevant and of a standard consistent with the Australian economy for your particular occupation. The assessment has to be recent and relevant since it is one of the eligibility criteria for the subclass 189 visa.
Health Examination Reports
Health examinations are necessary to check on your general health condition and make sure you will not become a public health risk to Australia. These need to be completed by approved panel physicians with a complete medical examination that may include chest X-rays and other tests, depending upon the nature of your application and your country of origin.
Benefits of the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
This category of visa gives several advantages to Visa holders and their families. Here are some of the benefits of getting a skilled independent visa in Australia:
Permanent residence in Australia
The subclass 189 visa grants permanent residence, therefore, this visa allows a holder to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia indefinitely. Having a permanent visa status enables a lot when it comes to feeling free and safe while planning a long-term future in the country.
Access to Healthcare and Social Services
The 189 visa will provide you with permanent residency, which will include full health coverage under Medicare and other social benefits that will add to your living standards. Our immigration lawyers will properly inform you about all the benefits accruing from your decision to relocate.
Employment Opportunities
With a subclass 189 visa, holders can work for any occupation or any employer in Australia, except for limited positions in the public service and armed forces. This freedom opens wide gateways to the possibilities of working in any industry that leads to career advancement and personal growth.
Sponsorship of Family Members
Another major advantage of the 189 visa is the ability to sponsor family members for permanent residency visas. Such family members may include spouses, other common-law partners, children, or, at times, dependent relatives desiring to relocate to Australia.
Pathway to Australian Citizenship
Subclass 189 visa holders can become Australian citizens once residency requirements are met. Our Work visa lawyers can help you set yourself up for a direct pathway to full integration with the benefits of voting and shaping passports in Australia.
How the Points-Based Skilled Subclass 189 Visa Works?
Subclass 189 of the Points-Based Skilled Independent Visa has a structured application procedure used to select highly skilled workers who will contribute much towards the economy of Australia. This is therefore the best avenue for professionals with the required qualifications who are willing to take another step forward for permanent residence in Australia.
Start Your 189 Visa Journey!
Trust Our Skilled Immigration Lawyers To Guide You Through The Skilled Independent Visa Process!
*Free consultation is limited to 15 minute phone call for us to give preliminary advice
Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect
The application for a Subclass 189 visa starts when an applicant submits an Expression of Interest, also called an EOI, through SkillSelect’s online facility. This is a portal that ranks and filters people by their skills and experience acquired from their previous jobs, as well as their educational background. There are then points for various factors that include age, proficiency in English, professional experience, and education. A high enough score will place one in a category where they can be invited to apply for this visa. An expression of interest is not an invitation to apply; it is simply an initial screening tool for potential eligibility.
Application for Visa
After getting an invitation to apply, a formal visa application will be the next step. Such an application has to be lodged within 60 days from the date of issuance of the invitation. At this stage, applicants have to provide full documentation based on the claims made in their EOI regarding proof of identity, skills assessment, English language proficiency, and character and health checks. After that, it gets to the application processing and assessment by the Australian immigration authorities. The approval of this visa includes permanent residency in Australia, where one can live and work indefinitely.
Here is Our Process For Work Visa Application
Consultation and Engagement
Start by arranging a meeting with the immigration lawyer who has expertise in this field, and they will give you customized assistance. They will perform an evaluation of your case and the complexities of the process, and they will acquaint you with the process. Upon the completion of the meeting, they will promptly send you an engagement letter or an agreement detailing the terms and conditions of your legal representation, so that all parties involved have a firm grasp on the commitment.
Preparation and Support
International marriage requires your lawyer to prepare a set of documents and to collect strong evidence that confirms your relationship. These proofs may include joint bank account statements, shared lease or mortgage documents, and personal statements from friends and family. This preparation stage is an essential element of the whole procedure, because the quality of application can provide a basis for a fair consideration.
Submission and Communication
This is the stage where you and your attorney file your application with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. They will review your paperwork and make sure it complies with all applicable laws and regulations. The lawyer will be working closely with the department and maintaining communication with you during this waiting period, which may be longer, and will give additional information.
Representation and Success
You may, for instance, be required to provide additional information or submit to an interview by the Department of Home Affairs. And if so, your lawyer will prepare you for this and represent you if the need arises. They’re the one who is there for you, and they are the ones who bring out the best in you so that they can better present you to the college. They will advise you on the outcome of the decision and would review the details to guide you on the best choice, may it be an appeal or new application.
Why Should You Choose Us As Your Lawyer For Visa 189?
The most crucial aspect of an application for a Skilled Independent Visa 189 is choosing the right legal representation. Our Migration lawyers can offer experience, tailored strategies, and dedicated support to ensure maximum chances of success.
Experienced Specialists
Our team includes highly specialized immigration lawyers in the area of skilled independent visa applications, subclass 189. We are well-versed in the recent legislation and process-oriented changes that ensure each application gets processed professionally, based on current knowledge. Our lawyers have a proven record in the most difficult visa cases and demonstrate our level of knowledge and expertise in Australian immigration law.
Personalised Approach
We understand that no two immigration cases are alike. This is the reason why we help clients develop an immigration strategy that suits each of them. Our approach includes an extensive evaluation of your qualifications and objectives for immigration to design a strategy that can maximize your possibility of getting a visa. In this way, we align our efforts directly with your needs and maximize the potential for success.
Comprehensive Support
We fully support our clients, from the initial consultation to the issuance of their visas. This includes collecting relevant documents, filling out forms accurately, and getting ready for any interview or evaluation that may be called for. We do much more than just handle paperwork; our customer service team answers questions, returns calls and gives updates and reassurance throughout every step.
High Success Rate
Our firm has maintained a high success rate in visa applications, including subclass 189 visas. This shows very clearly our careful application preparation, expert knowledge, and strategic decision-making. This has made clients choose us for their visa process because they believe in our capability to achieve positive results and succeed where complex issues concerning the law of immigration are involved.
Client-Centric Approach
Our client-centred approach is the basis of everything we do, which means developing an offering that answers your needs and delivers on your goals. We work hard for clear communication, transparent processes, and responsive service. We are passionate about making your journey to a skilled independent visa as seamless and hassle-free as possible, by providing you with support throughout the process.
Experienced Specialists
Our team includes highly specialized immigration lawyers in the area of skilled independent visa applications, subclass 189. We are well-versed in the recent legislation and process-oriented changes that ensure each application gets processed professionally, based on current knowledge. Our lawyers have a proven record in the most difficult visa cases and demonstrate our level of knowledge and expertise in Australian immigration law.
Personalised Approach
We understand that no two immigration cases are alike. This is the reason why we help clients develop an immigration strategy that suits each of them. Our approach includes an extensive evaluation of your qualifications and objectives for immigration to design a strategy that can maximize your possibility of getting a visa. In this way, we align our efforts directly with your needs and maximize the potential for success.
Comprehensive Support
We fully support our clients, from the initial consultation to the issuance of their visas. This includes collecting relevant documents, filling out forms accurately, and getting ready for any interview or evaluation that may be called for. We do much more than just handle paperwork; our customer service team answers questions, returns calls and gives updates and reassurance throughout every step.
High Success Rate
Our firm has maintained a high success rate in visa applications, including subclass 189 visas. This shows very clearly our careful application preparation, expert knowledge, and strategic decision-making. This has made clients choose us for their visa process because they believe in our capability to achieve positive results and succeed where complex issues concerning the law of immigration are involved.
High Success Rate
Our firm has maintained a high success rate in visa applications, including subclass 189 visas. This shows very clearly our careful application preparation, expert knowledge, and strategic decision-making. This has made clients choose us for their visa process because they believe in our capability to achieve positive results and succeed where complex issues concerning the law of immigration are involved.
FAQs on Skilled Independent Visa (189)
How long is the skilled independent visa valid?
The Skilled Independent Visa, subclass 189, provides permanent residency in Australia. This visa will allow you to reside in Australia indefinitely once it is granted, and it has a travel facility of 5 years. It means you can enter and leave Australia as many times as you want within five years.
How to increase your EOI Points for 189 Visa applications?
You can claim more points towards the 189 Visa by scoring better in English, having more work experience, having higher educational qualifications, or completing a professional year in Australia. Each one of these adds positively to your overall point total.
What ideal score is needed for a skilled independent visa in Australia?
The minimum point to have the Skilled Independent Visa, subclass 189, is 65. The higher the score, the higher will be the chances of receiving an invitation for the application, since applicants with the highest scores are selected first.
What is the processing time for an 189 visa?
The processing time for the 189 visas generally takes 8 months for 75% of the applications and 11 months for 90% of the cases. Processing times may vary depending on the number of applications lodged and the individual circumstances of the application.
Do I need an immigration lawyer for my Skilled Independent Visa in Australia?
It is not necessary, but using an immigration lawyer to represent your Skilled Independent Visa application is very useful. Our lawyers are the ones best positioned to explain legal difficulties, secure compliance with immigration requirements, and consequently, ensure a higher success rate in applications.
Who can help me with my Visa 189 application in Australia?
Our immigration lawyer can assist you through the process for your Skilled Independent Visa, subclass 189. They are experts in immigration law and can assist you with the application.
How much does a Skilled Independent Visa cost?
The principal visa applicant charge for the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa is approximately AUD 4,045. Additional fees may apply to the costs of the Visa 189 application and associated family members.
Can I include anyone else in my Visa 189 application?
You can include your spouse or partner, dependent children, or other eligible relative in your Visa 189 application. All the family members that you include must meet or satisfy the health and character requirements.
How long does it take to get PR with an 189 visa?
The Skilled Independent Visa, subclass 189, gives permanent residency upon the date a visa is granted. This visa enables permanent residents to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely from the date of the visa’s granting.
Our Work Visa Lawyers Reviews
Our Happy Clients
Book a consultation
Our expert migration lawyers offer paid consultations to suit your needs—choose a quick 15-minute session for general advice or a comprehensive 45-minute session for in-depth discussion and tailored guidance.