Skilled PR · 189 / 190 / 491

Your student-to-PR pathway, mapped by experts

Permanent residence through the 189, 190 or 491? A registered migration agent runs your points, skills assessment and EOI strategy so you get invited — not stuck at 65 points.

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Step 1 of 2 · your situation

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Why students choose VisaChief

Maximise your points

Professional Year, NAATI CCL, partner points, regional study — we find every point you can claim.

Skills assessment handled

ACS, Engineers Australia CDR, VETASSESS, CPA, ANMAC and more — prepared and lodged correctly.

The right state, first time

State nomination rules change constantly. We target the state and occupation where you'll actually get invited.

EOI that gets invited

We build and manage your SkillSelect EOI and time it to the invitation rounds.

How it works

Free points assessment

We calculate your real score and spot where to add points.

Assessment + EOI

We handle your skills assessment and lodge a competitive EOI.

Invitation to PR

We manage nomination and your visa application through to grant.

Frequently asked questions

How many points do I need for PR?

The 189 pass mark is 65, but competitive occupations need far more. We calculate your score and show exactly how to lift it into invitation range.

I have 65 points but no invitation — why?

For many occupations 65 points isn't competitive. We identify quick wins (PY, NAATI CCL, partner points, state nomination) to get you invited.

How do I increase my PR points?

Common levers: Professional Year (+5), NAATI CCL (+5), partner skills (+10), regional study (+5), a higher English score (+10–20) and state nomination (+5–15). We build a personal plan.

Which visa is right — 189, 190 or 491?

It depends on your occupation, points and willingness to go regional. We compare all three and target the fastest realistic route for you.