Skilled Migration Points Test

Date Shared:

Thursday, January 2, 2014 - 16:45

Countries and areas:

Australia

2030 Agenda migration-relevant and related target Labels:

Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth - 8.8 on labor rights for migrant workers

GCM Thematic Cluster Areas:

Objective 5: Enhance availability and flexibility of pathways for regular migration

Contributors:

Member States

Chairmanship:

Belgium 2007

Geographical Relevance:

National

Tags:

Recognition of Skills and Qualifications, Temporary and Circular Labour Migration, Skilled Migration

Summary:

The Skilled Migration Points Test aims to identify skilled migrants and also provides skills/qualification recognition. The Skillselect system is points based, with applicants receiving points for criteria ranging from Age to work experience. Applicants must score a minimum of 60 points for their visa to be granted. The following tables give a detailed breakdown of how points are awarded for Skillselect visas.

Link:

For more information:

https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/tools/points-calculator

GFMD Source:

GFMD 2009 - Roundtable 2.1 "Inclusion, protection and acceptance of migrants in society—linking human rights and migrant empowerment for development."

GFMD 2007 - Roundtable 1.2 "Temporary labor migration as a contribution to development: sharing responsibility."