MIGRATION
Australia Permanent Residency — Skilled Migration Consultant in Kochi
Skilled migration pathways for professionals from Kerala — points-tested and state-nominated routes explained clearly.
MIGRATION PATHWAYS
Which pathway is right for you?
Subclass 189 — Skilled Independent
Who qualifies: Occupation on the relevant skilled list, positive skills assessment, competent English, and a competitive points score — no employer or state sponsor required.
Timeline: Often 12–24 months from skills assessment through invitation and visa grant; occupation ceilings and points cut-offs affect timing.
First step →Subclass 190 — Skilled Nominated
Who qualifies: Applicants who receive nomination from an Australian state or territory and commit to living in that state. Extra nomination points can improve invitation chances.
Timeline: Typically 12–24 months including state nomination processing and visa lodgement after invitation.
First step →Subclass 491 — Skilled Work Regional
Who qualifies: Skilled workers willing to live and work in designated regional areas. Provisional visa with a pathway to permanent residency when residence and income conditions are met.
Timeline: Often 15–30+ months including provisional period before eligible to apply for permanent residency.
First step →PROCESS
What to expect
Skills & points assessment
~1 monthOrbix checks your ANZSCO occupation, English scores, and skilled employment against the points test and state lists.
Skills assessment
2–4 monthsLodge with the relevant assessing authority for your occupation — often mandatory before submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI).
EOI & invitation
3–12+ months (varies)Submit EOI in SkillSelect; receive invitation from Department of Home Affairs or a state — deadlines are strict once invited.
Visa application lodgement
1–2 monthsPrepare documents, health exams, and character checks; lodge within the invitation validity period.
Visa grant
6–12 months (typical)Home Affairs processes your application; upon grant you can plan travel and meet initial visa conditions.
DOCUMENTS
Documents you will need
Requirements differ by subclass and assessing authority. Orbix confirms your checklist after occupation and pathway are confirmed.
- Valid passport
- English test results (IELTS, PTE, or accepted equivalent) within validity
- Positive skills assessment outcome letter
- Employment references and payslips aligned to ANZSCO duties
- Qualifications and academic transcripts
- State nomination documents (if Subclass 190 or 491)
- Police clearance certificates
- Health examinations for all applicants
- Partner/dependant documents if applicable
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