SkillSelect Expression of Interest
AIS Immigration Solutions are a team of professional migration agents providing a range of consulting and migration services. We help people determine which visa options suit the circumstances the best and guide them through the application process, assisting them to ensure that they are submitting the correct documentation and criteria as is required for their visa application.
This page contains information relating to SkillSelect Expression of Interest (EOI), the eligibility criteria and the application process. For more information regarding SkillSelect and whether it is a suitable option for your circumstances, please get in touch with AIS Immigration Solutions on +61 7 3216 0052 or book a Skype meeting to discuss your visa options in more detail.
SkillSelect EOI:
Applicants for a number of visa subclasses need to first lodge an Expression of Interest (EOI) and only the best candidates will receive invitation to lodge their applications.
The following types of application can only be lodged through SkillSelect:
1. Skilled (Points Tested) Visas
- Skilled Independent Subclass 189 Visas – Learn More
- Skilled Nominated Subclass 190 Visas – Learn More
- Skilled Regional (Provisional) Subclass 489 Visas – Learn More
2. Business Skills Visas
- Business Talent Subclass 132 Visas – Learn More
- Business Innovation & Investment Subclass 188 Visas – Learn More
Some employer sponsored visas can applied for via SkillSelect, however this is optional and it is still possible to apply directly rather than through SkillSelect:
- Employer Nomination Scheme – ENS
- Regional Skilled Migration Scheme – RSMS
- 457 Temporary Work (Skilled)
How SkillSelect applies to Skilled Points Tested Visas:
To lodge an EOI, you must have completed your skills assessment and have evidence of your English language ability.
You also may wish to obtain a nomination from a state or territory government prior to lodging an EOI as this will improve your chances of getting an invitation.
Processing of EOIs – Independent and Family Sponsored Applicants:
For Independent and Family Sponsored Applicants, the Department of Immigration regularly reviews the EOIs which have been lodged. They issue the best candidates with an invitation to make an application for skilled points tested migration. This currently occurs every two weeks.
Quotas are set for each occupational group (this is referred to as an “occupational ceiling“). The people with the best points score will be issued with an invitation. People with a higher points score due to having more work experience, better English scores and higher qualifications will have the best chance of getting an invitation.
Processing of EOIs – State Nominated Applicants:
If you are looking at being nominated by a state or territory government, you will need to first lodge your EOI. Once the state or territory government completes your nomination, you will usually receive an invitation immediately from SkillSelect.
You must have a passing score to receive an invitation (currently 65 points) for Skilled Points Tested applicants. Whilst occupational ceilings do not apply to state nominated applicants, states and territories may have internal quotas for each occupation.
Time Limit to Apply after being Invited:
Once you receive an invitation, you will need to make your visa application within 60 days.
If you are unable to apply within this time, your invitation lapses. If you are invited once, there is no guarantee that you will be re-invited later, and in any case you can only be issued with a maximum of 2 invitations before your application is removed from the EOI system.
In other words, you need to be prepared ahead of time to make sure you are in a position to take up the opportunity when it comes your way. Please get in touch with AIS Immigration Solutions if you would like more information about this.
Speak to one of our helpful migration assistants today on +61 7 3216 0052 or send us an enquiry for help in applying for and obtaining an Australian visa.
