New points test for Skilled Migrants effective 1 July 2011
The Australian Government points test for skilled migrants will come into affect on the 1st July 2011.
The points test is a mechanism used to help select skilled migrants who offer the best in terms of economic benefit to Australia. The points test creates a selection process that is transparent and objective, awarding points to the skills and attributes considered to be in need in Australia. The 1 July 2011 points test does not give undue weight to any one factor and recognises a broader range of skills and attributes, focusing on:
- better English levels
- more extensive skilled employment
- higher level qualifications obtained in Australia and overseas
- better targeted age ranges
Points will no longer be awarded for specific occupations, although all applicants must still nominate an occupation on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) and have their skills assessed in their nominated occupation.
For more information see the Australian Government Department of Immigration and Citizenship: New points test for skilled migrants effective 1 July 2011
The Skilled Occupation List (SOL) will also change from 1 July 2011. There will be 13 occupations added and four occupations removed. For further details see: Annual Update of Skilled Occupation List – 1 July 2011
For more information contact:
| Carlos Turini Migration Agent (MARN 1069474) Telephone: +61 2 6206 1300 Email: cturini@elringtons.com.au Facsimilie: +61 2 6229 9233 |
Nanae Yoshiwara Migration Agent (MARN 0964316) Telephone: +61 2 6206 1300 Email: nyoshiwara@elringtons.com.au Facsimilie: +61 2 6229 9233 |
