Yes. If you hold the Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189), you are a permanent resident of Australia. The 189 visa gives you the right to live, work, and study in Australia permanently, access Medicare, and apply for Australian citizenship after meeting the eligibility requirements.

To apply for the Australia Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189), you need at least 65 points in the Australia PR points test. Points are based on age, English language ability, education, and skilled work experience. However, most applicants receive an invitation with 80–90+ points for the skilled visa 189.

The 189 visa processing time usually ranges between 6 and 12 months, depending on application completeness, occupation demand, and document verification by the Department of Home Affairs.

No. The Subclass 189 visa does not require a job offer or employer sponsorship. It is an independent skilled migration visa based on your points score, skills assessment, and occupation on the skilled occupation list.

Yes. You can include your spouse, de facto partner, and dependent children in your 189 visa application. Family members included in the application will also receive Australian permanent residency if the visa is granted.

You can increase your 189 visa points by improving your English test score (IELTS/PTE), gaining more skilled work experience, completing higher education, adding partner skills, or obtaining a NAATI credential.

Yes. A positive skills assessment from a relevant Australian assessing authority is mandatory for the Subclass 189 visa. It confirms that your education and work experience match the nominated occupation.

There is no fixed timeline to receive an invitation for the Subclass 189 visa after submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI). Invitations depend on your points score, occupation demand, and invitation rounds. Candidates with higher points (80–95+) usually receive invitations faster.

Yes. You can apply for the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189) from inside or outside Australia. Many applicants submit their EOI and visa application while living overseas.

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