Australian Skilled Migration Points Test Calculator
Calculate your SkillSelect points score for subclass 189, 190, and 491 visas. All calculations happen in real time.
Your Total Points
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points
Minimum to be invited: 65 points
You need at least 65 points to be invited. Keep working toward the minimum.
Age at Time of Invitation 0 pts
Select your age group
English Language Ability 0 pts
Select your English proficiency level
Overseas Skilled Employment 0 pts
In a nominated occupation (last 10 years)
Australian Skilled Employment 0 pts
In a nominated occupation (last 10 years)
Educational Qualifications 0 pts
Claim your highest applicable qualification
Additional Points 0 pts
Select all that apply
Partner / Relationship Points 10 pts
Select your situation
Nomination / Sponsorship 0 pts
Select your nomination status
Points Breakdown
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How to Use This Calculator
1
Select your age group
Choose the age bracket you will be in at the time you receive an invitation to apply (not today's age if you expect a wait).
2
Enter your English test results
Proficient English requires an IELTS score of at least 7.0 in each of the four test components. Superior requires 8.0 in each.
3
Add employment and education
Overseas and Australian skilled employment must be in your nominated occupation or a closely related one, within the last 10 years.
4
Check additional points and nomination
Tick any bonuses that apply (Australian study, Professional Year, NAATI, regional study) and select your nomination type.
5
Review your score and next steps
Your live total updates instantly. Check SkillSelect for recent invitation rounds in your occupation to see if your score is competitive.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum points score to receive an invitation?+
The minimum score required to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect is 65 points. However, reaching 65 does not guarantee an invitation — it simply makes you eligible to enter the pool. Actual invitation scores (the "cut-off") are determined by each invitation round and vary by occupation and visa subclass. Popular occupations often require 80–90+ points to receive an invitation in a reasonable timeframe.
How often are invitations issued through SkillSelect?+
The Department of Home Affairs issues invitation rounds roughly every month, though the timing and number of invitations can vary. Each round is specific to visa subclasses (189, 190, 491) and occupations. Candidates with the highest points scores are invited first within each occupation group. You can check recent invitation rounds on the official SkillSelect statistics page on the DoHA website.
Can I claim both Australian and overseas skilled employment points?+
Yes. Australian skilled employment and overseas skilled employment are separate categories, and you can earn points in both. For example, if you have worked 3 years overseas in your nominated occupation (+5 pts) and 2 years in Australia (+5 pts), you would receive 10 points total across the two employment categories. However, only work in your nominated occupation (or a closely related occupation as assessed by your skills assessing authority) will count.
What is the Australian Study Requirement?+
The Australian Study Requirement (ASR) means completing at least two academic years (equivalent to 92 weeks) of full-time study in Australia, leading to a qualification of at least diploma level. The study must have been completed at an Australian institution on a student visa (or another eligible visa). Meeting the ASR awards 5 additional points and is also a mandatory requirement for the Subclass 485 Graduate visa post-study work stream.
Disclaimer: Points are calculated using publicly available government information as documented by the Department of Home Affairs. Visa policy and points test criteria can change. Always verify your score using the official DoHA website or consult a Registered Migration Agent (MARA). This tool does not constitute migration advice.
