Thinking about applying for Australian Permanent Residency (PR) in 2025? Use this points calculator to determine your eligibility based on the General Skilled Migration (GSM) program criteria. Australia’s PR system operates on a points-based framework, with key factors such as age, education, English proficiency, work experience, and more playing a crucial role in your assessment.
Points Breakdown
1. Age
|
Age Range |
Points |
|---|---|
|
18-24 |
25 |
|
25-32 |
30 |
|
33-39 |
25 |
|
40-44 |
15 |
|
45 or older |
0 |
2. English Proficiency
|
English Language Level |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Superior (IELTS 8 or above) |
20 |
|
Proficient (IELTS 7 or above) |
10 |
|
Competent (IELTS 6 or above) |
0 |
3. Work Experience (Outside Australia)
|
Years of Skilled Employment |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Less than 3 years |
0 |
|
3 – 4 years |
5 |
|
5 – 7 years |
10 |
|
8+ years |
15 |
4. Work Experience (Inside Australia)
|
Years of Skilled Employment |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Less than 1 year |
0 |
|
1 – 2 years |
5 |
|
3 – 4 years |
10 |
|
5 – 7 years |
15 |
|
8+ years |
20 |
5. Educational Qualifications
|
Qualification |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Doctorate from an Australian institution |
20 |
|
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree |
15 |
|
Diploma or Trade Qualification |
10 |
|
Recognition of Overseas Qualifications |
10 |
6. Australian Study Requirement
|
Relevant Study Completed in Australia |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Completed at least 1 academic year |
5 |
7. Partner Skills
|
Partner’s Skills |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Partner has PR application skills |
10 |
|
Partner has competent English only |
5 |
|
Single applicant or partner is Australian |
10 |
8. Specialist Education Qualification
|
Qualification |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Research or Ph.D. in a targeted field |
10 |
9. State Nomination/Regional Visa
|
Nomination Type |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Nomination by a regional area/state |
15 |
|
Sponsorship by an eligible relative |
10 |
10. Other Factors
|
Additional Qualifications |
Points |
|---|---|
|
Credentialed community language skills |
5 |
|
Professional year in Australia |
5 |
|
Study in regional Australia |
5 |
How to Use the Calculator
- Add up your points across all categories.
- Minimum required points for eligibility is 65 points.
- If unsure of your eligibility, consult with a registered migration agent for advice on improving your score or exploring alternative pathways.
Next Steps
Explore pathways to boost your points—whether that’s improving English proficiency, gaining more skilled work experience, or applying for regional nominations. Take the first step towards your Australian PR dream today!
