Calculate your SkillSelect points for Australian skilled migration (Subclass 189, 190, 491). You need at least 65 points to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).
β οΈ 65 is the minimum to submit an EOI. Competitive scores for invitation are typically 80β90+. Always check current SkillSelect invitation rounds on the Home Affairs website.
While 65 points lets you submit an Expression of Interest (EOI), actual invitations are competitive. Most successful candidates in 2026 have 80β100+ points for the independent skilled visa (189).
| Score | Assessment | Subclass to Target |
|---|---|---|
| Below 65 | Not eligible to apply | β |
| 65β74 | Eligible but unlikely to be invited (189) | Try 190 or 491 |
| 75β84 | Competitive for 190/491 | Subclass 190 or 491 |
| 85β94 | Good chance for 189 | Subclass 189 or 190 |
| 95+ | Excellent β likely to be invited | Subclass 189 |