Migration & Visas
Skilled migration (GSM)
Skilled visas let qualified workers live and work in Australia based on their occupation, skills and points score. Red Earth Migration checks which visa fits you, then guides you through the skills assessment, expression of interest and application.
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Who it’s for
Skilled workers overseas
People with an occupation Australia needs who want to move here permanently.
Graduates and temporary visa holders in Australia
People already here, for example on a graduate visa, who want a longer-term or permanent visa.
People open to regional living
Workers who could live and work in regional Australia, where other visas are available.
What’s included
Checking your options
Which skilled visa suits you: Skilled Independent (189), Skilled Nominated (190), Skilled Work Regional (491), Skilled Regional (887) or Temporary Graduate (485).
Skills assessment
Help preparing your application to the assessing authority for your occupation.
Expression of interest
Your points claims and expression of interest in SkillSelect, and state or territory nomination where relevant.
Visa application
Preparing and lodging the visa application once you are invited, and keeping you updated until a decision.
How it works
Assessment
A Registered Migration Agent reviews your occupation, qualifications, experience and points.
Skills assessment and expression of interest
You apply for a skills assessment, then lodge an expression of interest.
Invitation and application
If you are invited, your visa application is prepared and lodged with the Department of Home Affairs.
Decision
Red Earth Migration answers the department’s requests and tells you the outcome.
Good to know
Only registered agents can help with visas
It is against the law for anyone who is not a registered migration agent or an Australian lawyer to give immigration assistance. You can check an agent on the Office of the Migration Agents Registration Authority (OMARA) register.
Some skilled visas have closed
The Skilled Recognised Graduate visa (476) closed to new applications in July 2024. Rules, occupation lists and fees change often, so your options are checked against the current rules.
Questions
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Reviewed by a Registered Migration Agent at Red Earth Migration · Last updated 6 October 2026
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Important information
General information only: it does not take your personal circumstances into account.
Services described here may be subject to eligibility, professional registration or licensing requirements. Confirm the relevant scope and documents directly with Red Earth Migration before proceeding.
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