Generally, 65 points is the minimum requirement, but having a higher score increases your chances of receiving an invitation, as states often prioritize applicants with more points.

Yes, you can apply offshore if your preferred state has an offshore nomination stream. Each state has different eligibility criteria, so it is essential to check specific state requirements.

Yes, unless you hold a passport from the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, or Ireland, you must provide evidence of English proficiency. The required score depends on your claimed points:

• Competent English:
  

  • IELTS: At least 6 in each component

  • OET: At least 'B' in each component

  • TOEFL iBT: 12 (Listening), 13 (Reading), 21 (Writing), 18 (Speaking)

  • PTE Academic: At least 50 in each component

  • Cambridge (CAE): At least 169 in each component

• Proficient English:
  

  • IELTS: At least 7 in each component

  • OET: At least 'B' in each component

  • TOEFL iBT: 24 (Listening), 24 (Reading), 27 (Writing), 23 (Speaking)

  • PTE Academic: At least 65 in each component

  • Cambridge (CAE): At least 185 in each component

• Superior English:
  

  • IELTS: At least 8 in each component

  • OET: At least 'A' in each component

  • TOEFL iBT: 28 (Listening), 29 (Reading), 30 (Writing), 26 (Speaking)

  • PTE Academic: At least 79 in each component

  • Cambridge (CAE): At least 200 in each component

Yes, you can include your partner in your visa application. You may also claim 5 additional points if your partner meets the following criteria:

• Has Competent English, and

• Is an applicant for the same visa subclass, and

• Is not an Australian permanent resident or citizen.

The processing time for a SC190 visa is up to 19 months.

Not necessarily. Some states offer offshore nomination streams that do not require employer sponsorship. However, each state has its own criteria, so checking the relevant state’s skilled migration program is recommended.