Free Australia PR & Visa Assessment — Start with Skilled (189/190/491), explore Work visas (482/186), or see National Innovation 858.
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National Innovation (858) is the current label. Older posts say Global Talent — same 858 subclass, new program name.
Employer routes often say “TSS 482”. The current name is Skills in Demand (482).
Answer a few quick questions and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Not sure which route fits? Start here, then deep-dive on the Skilled PR page.
| 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 higher by occupation) | 65+ (state priorities apply) | 65+ (regional settings apply) |
| Residence outcome | Permanent residency at grant | Permanent residency at grant | Provisional up to 5 years; 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 |
Still unsure? We’ll map your points and shortlist the best route.
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 currently on 417/462; consider Student 500, Skilled PR, Employer 482/186, 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 |
Our immigration consultancy services cover points, skills assessment and state strategy end‑to‑end.
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Or jump directly: Skilled PR · Work 482/186 · Innovation 858 · Visitor 600
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