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Introduction of New Points Test
It is proposed that a new points test for skilled migration visa
applications will be introduced on 1 July 2011. It complements the
series of reforms the Australian Government announced in February
2010. The new points test is focused on selecting highly skilled
people to deliver a more responsive and targeted migration program.
It was developed following a review of the current points test,
which considered submissions from a variety of experts and the wider
Australian community. The new points test balances the different
factors that are considered when determining whether someone will
be granted a skilled migration visa. It will deliver the best and
brightest skilled migrants by emphasising high level qualifications,
better English language levels and extensive skilled work experience.
The new points test will continue to award points for study in Australia,
including regional study, community languages, partner skills and
completing an approved Professional Year. Points will no longer
be awarded on the basis of an applicant’s occupation, but all applicants
must still nominate an occupation on the applicable Skilled Occupation
List. It is important to note that the new points test will only
apply to one component of the skilled migration program. This change
won’t affect every type of skilled migration visa and only applies
to the following visas.
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