.The skilled independent visa is a points-based permanent residency visa for skilled workers who want to reside and work permanently in Australia. These workers don’t have any employer, family member, or state Government in Australia backing them. It allows qualified workers to live and work anywhere in Australia. To be eligible, applicants must have an occupation listed on Australia’s skilled occupation list and meet requirements related to age, skills, proficiency and points score. Once accepted, visa holders can live, work and study anywhere in Australia. They can even endorse any eligible relatives for permanent residency. This visa is best for highly trained and skilled workers who don’t have sponsorship from Australia. This is a point test permanent visa, and there are some eligibility criteria, which include:
1. Invitation to Apply.
The applicant must submit an expression of interest through the Expression of Interest [EOI] virtually and be invited by the Australian government to apply for a visa
2. Occupation
Your occupation must be listed on the skilled occupation list
3. Point test
You must obtain at least 65 points on the points test which includes:
- Age
- English language ability
- Skilled employment experience
- Educational qualifications
- Australian study or work experience
4.Skill Assessment
Your skills and qualifications must meet Australian standards as you have to give a positive skill assessment from an approved assessing authority
5.No outstanding debts
You must not owe any money to the Australian Government, or you must have arranged to repay it.
Benefits of skilled indepedent visa Include:
1. Once the visa is granted, you will receive permanent residency status in Australia.
2. You can live, work and study anywhere in Australia.
3. You will get health benefits such as Australia’s public health care system and other subsidised medical treatment.
4. You can get a chance to receive Australian citizenship after spending some time there.