Frequently Asked Questions
What is the general criteria for lodging an Expression of Interest (EOI) ?
Updated 1 year ago
All applicants must meet the following criteria to receive an invitation:
- Have a skilled occupation on the relevant skills list โ Australian Government website.
- be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation by the DHA
- Have received a positive skills assessment in your nominated occupation
- Have achieved the required number of points for the visa class selected
- Have at least competent English
- Have lodged an Expression of Interest
- Be nominated by a state or territory government if applying for a subclass 190 visa
- Be nominated by a state or territory government of close relative if applying for a subclass 491 visa
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