Points calculator

An indicative score for the Skilled Independent (189), Skilled Nominated (190) and Skilled Work Regional (491) visas. Points are counted at the time you are invited to apply.

Visa subclass

Subclass 189Subclass 190Subclass 491

Age qualifications

English language qualifications

Overseas employment experience qualifications

Australian employment experience qualifications

Australian professional year qualifications

Educational qualifications

Specialist educational qualifications

Australian study qualifications

Credentialled community language qualifications

Study in designated regional area qualification

Partner qualifications

General information from Australian Government sources, not immigration advice. Only one qualification counts in each part (Migration Regulations 1994 reg 2.26AC(4)). Pass mark: LIN 19/210 s 6. Data as at 2026-10-22.

Migration (LIN 19/210: Pool and Pass Marks for General Skilled Visas) Instrument 2019, Federal Register of Legislation
Migration Regulations 1994, Compilation No. 289, volume 1 (regulation 2.26AC), Federal Register of Legislation
Migration Regulations 1994, Compilation No. 289, volume 3 (Schedule 6D), Federal Register of Legislation