ලංකාවේ ඉඳන්ම Australian PR apply කරමු 🇦🇺 | Skilled Migration Step-by-Step Guide | Ep. 9

Thinking about applying for Australian PR while living overseas? In this episode, I talk to a friend who successfully secured Australian Permanent Residency (PR) through the Skilled Migration Program — while living outside Australia. This is your complete beginner-friendly step-by-step guide, with all the official links, tools, and personal insights you need to get started.

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Host: Nilanga Virajith
Guest: Anushka Senarathna

✅ Step-by-Step Process
1. Check If You’re Eligible – Calculate Your Points
Australia uses a points-based system for skilled migration. You need at least 65 points to be eligible. Points are awarded for:
Age
English proficiency
Skilled employment
Educational qualifications
Partner’s qualifications
State/Regional nomination
Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-...

2. Check if Your Occupation is on the Skilled Occupation List
Confirm whether your job is eligible for skilled migration and note your ANZSCO code and assessing authority.
Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas...

3. Find the Correct Skills Assessing Authority
Each eligible occupation has a specific assessing body to evaluate your qualifications and experience.
Link: https://www.dewr.gov.au/assessing-aut...

4. Check EOI Invitation Trends (Points & Frequency)
Review recent invitation rounds for your occupation to understand competitiveness and minimum points required.
Link: https://api.dynamic.reports.employmen...

5. Read the Skill Assessment Guidelines
Visit the website of your assessing authority and review the detailed guidelines.
Examples:
Engineers Australia: https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au
ACS (IT): https://www.acs.org.au
AHPRA (Healthcare): https://www.ahpra.gov.au
TRA (Trades): https://www.tradesrecognitionaustrali...

6. Take an Approved English Language Test
Accepted English tests include:
IELTS: https://ielts.com.au
PTE Academic: https://www.pearsonpte.com
TOEFL iBT: https://www.ets.org/toefl
OET (Healthcare): https://www.occupationalenglishtest.org
Cambridge C1 Advanced: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exam...

7. Practice for English Tests
Recommended preparation tools:
APEUni: https://www.apeuni.com

8. Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect
After receiving your skill assessment and English test results, submit your EOI online.
Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas...

9. Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)
If your points are competitive, you’ll receive an invitation to apply for PR.

10. Submit Visa Application
Prepare documents like police clearance and health exams. Submit your application online.
Link: https://online.immi.gov.au/lusc/login

11. Receive PR Grant & Make Initial Entry
Once your visa is granted, make your first entry to Australia within the specified timeframe to activate your PR.

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Topics:
00:00 Recap
01:01 Guest Intro
02:07 Australian Skilled Migration Program
05:36 Common Visas Under Skilled Migration
11:06 State Transfers in 491
13:26 How to Start the Process?
17:43 Skilled Occupation List & Skills Assessing Authority
22:53 Points System
34:41 How to Check Latest Trends in Invitations
37:46 Validity of Skills Assessment
41:20 English Language Requirement
46:28 NAATI
47:37 Submitting an EOI
55:00 Tips for Claiming Points
59:20 Getting an Invitation
01:03:16 Form 80
01:05:00 Medical Examination
01:08:22 Visa Fees
01:10:52 What to Do After Lodging the Visa Application
01:14:56 Tips & Best Practices
01:17:12 Why Skilled Migration?
01:24:40 Pros and Cons of Using a Migration Agent


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