1. Age - you must be under 45 when you apply.
   
   
2. English language – you should have sufficient ability in the English language to work in Australia (at least at a vocational level).
   
   
3. Qualifications – you must have post-secondary qualifications and your skills must be assessed by the relevant assessing authority as suitable for your nominated occupation.
   
   
4. 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.
   
   
5. 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.
   

   
   -if nominated occupation is worth 60 pts, should have at least 12 months exp. in the last 18 months,

   -if nominated occupation is worth 40 or 50 pts, should have at least 2 yrs exp. in the last 3yrs.
   
   

6. Australian qualification exemption – you do not need to meet the work experience requirement if you have completed an Australian qualification less than 6 months before lodging your visa application.
   
   
7. Skills assessment – before you apply, you must have your skills assessed by the Australian assessing authority designated to assess your nominated occupation.

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