Independent immigrants must be able to obtain a certain number of points based on their personal skills, education and characteristics. They must also have work experience in specified fields of employment. We can help you prepare your application and advise you regarding the inadmissibility provisions of the Immigration Act.

If your skills or occupation is not a listed occupation for which Immigration lists points of all countries, you please refer to business immigration page.

Age

You must be under 45 when you apply.

English language

You should have sufficient ability in the English language to work inside the country (at least at a vocational level).

Qualifications

You must have post-secondary qualifications and your skills must be assessed by the relevant assessing authority as suitable for your nominated occupation.

Nominated occupation

When you apply you nominate a skilled occupation, which fits your skills and qualifications. Your nominated occupation must be found on the Skilled Occupations List of the country you want to land in.

Recent work experience

The period of work experience required will vary depending on the number of points you may be granted for your nominated occupation.

Qualification exemption

You do not need to meet the work experience requirement if you have completed the qualification less than 6 months before lodging your visa application.

Skills assessment

Before you apply, you must have your skills assessed by the assessing authority designated to assess your nominated occupation.

If you are unable to meet these basic requirements, then you should refer to instant citizenship naturalization programs or business immigration programs.

How do I apply?

Please contact us for additional questions and appropriate terms and requirements: info@geraldassociates.com