Australia · 2026 Guide
Subclass 189 Visa Requirements (2026)
The Subclass 189 visa lets you live in Australia for life. You do not need a sponsor. You do not need to live in one state. Here is what you need.
The 5 main rules
1) Be under 45. 2) Have a skill on the MLTSSL list. 3) Pass a skills test. 4) Get at least 65 points. 5) Get an EOI invite.
English you need
You need IELTS 6.0 in each band, or PTE 50. To get more points, score IELTS 7.0 (10 pts) or 8.0 (20 pts).
How long it takes
After your invite, the visa takes 6 to 12 months. You can live and work in Australia while you wait if you have another visa.
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