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A points-tested pathway for qualified professionals whose occupations are in demand. The three core visas:
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| Feature | Subclass 189 Skilled Independent | Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated | Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nomination needed? | No (federal pool) | Yes (state/territory) | Yes (state/territory) or eligible relative in a designated regional area |
| Points test | 65+ (competitive cutoffs vary) | 65+ (state priorities apply) | 65+ (regional settings apply) |
| Residence outcome | Permanent residency at grant | Permanent residency at grant | Provisional; PR via Subclass 191 (meet income/residency criteria) |
| Typical profile | High points, in-demand occupation, no sponsor | Solid profile aligned to a specific state’s list/criteria | Willing to live/work in regional Australia; flexible on location |
| English & age | Points-linked; usually ≤45 at invite | Points-linked; usually ≤45 at invite | Points-linked; usually ≤45 at invite |
| Extras to watch | Evidence must match claimed points exactly | Meet state evidence (ROI, employment, residence/study) | Maintain regional conditions; plan for 191 eligibility early |
| Common pitfalls | Misaligned skills assessment dates vs EOI claims | Wrong state criteria or stale occupation list | Insufficient proof of regional living/working; income not tracked for 191 |
National Innovation (858) is the current label. Older posts say Global Talent, Global Talent Independent (GTI) or Distinguished Talent — same lineage.
Employer routes often say “TSS 482”. The current name is Skills in Demand (482). We keep old terms here so you land in the right place.
MATES program (India only) — Subclass 403 stream
Working Holiday Maker (WHM) — 417 & 462
Two youth-mobility streams let you holiday, work and study short-term. India uses 462 and must enter a ballot for the first visa. Pakistan isn’t on 417/462 (consider Student 500, Skilled 189/190/491, Employer 482/186, Partner/Parent or National Innovation 858).
| Item | Subclass 417 (Working Holiday) | Subclass 462 (Work & Holiday) — incl. India |
|---|---|---|
| Eligibility countries | Selected partner countries (e.g., UK, Ireland, Canada…) | Partner countries incl. India, China, Vietnam (lists vary) |
| Age at application | 18–30 (18–35 for some passports) | 18–30 |
| First visa stay | Up to 12 months | Up to 12 months |
| Subsequent visas | Up to 3 total (if specified work met) | Up to 3 total (if specified work met) |
| India specifics | N/A | Ballot required (first visa); annual first-visa cap ~1,000 |
| Work rights | Work while holidaying; employer time limits may apply | Work while holidaying; employer time limits may apply |
| Study rights | Short study (typically up to 4 months) | Short study (typically up to 4 months) |
| Funds & insurance | Show funds (~AUD 5,000) + return/onward ticket or funds; insurance recommended | Show funds (~AUD 5,000) + return/onward ticket or funds; insurance recommended |
| Health/character | Health checks & police certificates as required | Health checks & police certificates as required |
| Application | Online via ImmiAccount; no ballot | Online via ImmiAccount; ballot window for first-time India/China/Vietnam |
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