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Current work-visa framework
Points-Based System for Work Visas
AuthorityDepartment of Home Affairs / Government Gazette
ContextGazetted 18 October 2024
Registry checked2026-10-01
The published points framework used for General Work and Critical Skills Work Visa pathways. Occupations on the Critical Skills List receive 100 points under the gazetted table.
What this source means for the pathway
This is the central decision framework that connects the person's career and employment offer to either the Critical Skills or General Work branch.
Key points
- The points-based system applies to General Work and Critical Skills Work Visas.
- A Critical Skills List occupation carries 100 points.
- Qualifications, salary in the employment offer, work experience, Trusted Employer status and language proficiency can contribute points in the General Work branch.
- The gazette states that an employment offer is mandatory and that an applicant must earn 100 points and meet all other prescribed requirements.
The points table does not waive police clearances, medical reports or other prescribed requirements.
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