You have to:

• Have a skills assessment for your occupation
• Be invited to apply for an SC 190 visa
• Meet the points test (You get extra points if nominated by a state/territory agency)

With an SC 190 visa you can:

• Remain in Australia permanently
• Work and study in Australia
• Qualify for Medicare
• Sponsor your relations to come to Australia
• Travel to and from Australia for 5 years
• Ultimately become an Australian citizen

Indicative costs:

• Government visa application charges (VAC) – A$ 4115
• Registered Migration agent (RMA) charges - A$ 3850
• Other charges such as skills assessments, medical, police clearance, English test etc. are applicable and can vary. Also if applicable there could be second instalments of VAC in certain circumstances.

Eligibility:

• Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and apply within 2 months after having received an invite.
• You have to be not older than 45 at the time you are invited to apply for a SC 189 visa
• You have to have a score of at least 65 on the points table
• You have to meet the level of competent English
• Meet the health requirements
• Meet the character requirements
• You must be nominated for an SC 190 visa by an Australian state or territory agency.