• Applicants must be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation to apply, unless exempt.
• You must be working in an occupation that is listed on Australia’s Skilled Occupation List. This occupation must be your primary job for at least two years in Australia.
• You must have an eligible relative in Australia who is willing to nominate you for this visa. This relative must live in a designated area of Australia.
• Your skills, qualifications, and work experience will be assessed to ensure you meet Australian standards.
• You must meet the health and character requirements, which include undergoing medical examinations and submitting police clearances.

• You may be required to provide evidence of your English language skills, typically through a test such as IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE.
• The level of English required depends on your occupation and the specific visa conditions.
• Achieve the necessary score in your English test to fulfill the visa requirements.

• Complete and submit an EOI through SkillSelect.
• Provide accurate information regarding your skills, qualifications, work experience, and English proficiency.
• Wait for an invitation to apply, which is based on your EOI ranking compared to others in the pool.

• After submitting your EOI, wait for the Department of Home Affairs to review your profile and extend an invitation.
• Invitations are issued based on your points score, occupation, and the visa quota for that year.
• You will receive an official invitation to apply for the Subclass 173 visa once selected.

Once you receive your invitation to apply, you must gather all the necessary documents to submit with your visa application. This step is crucial, as missing or incorrect documents can delay your application.

Required Documents:

• Valid passport
• Skills assessment results (if applicable)
• English test results
• Proof of employment (e.g., employment contracts, pay slips, references)
• Educational certificates
• Police clearance certificates
• Medical examination results

Make sure all documents are accurate, complete, and certified. If any documents are in a language other than English, you will need to provide a certified English translation.

• Complete medical exams as instructed by the Department of Home Affairs to confirm you meet the health standards.
• Provide police certificates from all countries you have lived in for 12 months or more in the past 10 years, to prove your good character.
• Submit these checks promptly to avoid delays in the visa process.

• After submitting all required documents, your application will be processed by the Department of Home Affairs.
• Processing times can vary depending on your situation and the volume of applications received.
• During this time, ensure that you are contactable, and regularly check your email for updates.

• Once your application is approved, you will receive a notification from the Department of Home Affairs about the approval of your Subclass 173 visa.
• You will be granted permission to live, work, and study in Australia for the duration of your visa.
• Follow any additional steps required by the Department of Home Affairs, such as confirming your visa details or entering Australia by the specified date.