• Applicants must generally be under 45 years of age, though this could be waived for certain cases.
• Your sponsor must be an eligible relative who is an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen. They should be aged 18 or over and must meet financial support requirements.
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• You must be able to prove that your relationship with your sponsor is genuine. This can include documentation of your family ties, such as birth certificates, marriage certificates, or other evidence of family relationships.
• You must meet health requirements by undergoing a medical exam and ensure that you are of good character by providing police clearances.

• Depending on the visa subclass and your nationality, an English proficiency test may be required. This ensures that you have sufficient language skills to participate in Australia’s society and workforce.
• Commonly accepted tests include IELTS (International English Language Testing System), PTE (Pearson Test of English), and TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language). The minimum required score depends on the specific requirements of your visa subclass.
• Some applicants may be exempt from this requirement based on their age, nationality, or other factors. Check if you qualify for an exemption.

• Create an account in SkillSelect and submit your EOI.
• Provide details about your qualifications, work experience, and other factors.
• Be sure to specify your intention to apply for the Subclass 864 visa.
• If you meet the eligibility criteria, you will be invited to apply for the visa.

• Wait for an invitation from the Department of Home Affairs to apply for the visa.
• Invitations are issued based on the information you provided in your EOI.
• Once you receive an invitation, you can begin the next steps of your visa application.

After receiving your invitation, gather all necessary documents, including:

• Passport copies, birth certificates, and other identification documents.
• Marriage certificates, birth certificates, adoption papers, etc.
• Health checks, including vaccinations and medical exams conducted by approved health professionals.
• Criminal background checks from every country where you have lived for more than 12 months.

Make sure all documents are in English or accompanied by certified translations. Double-check that your documents are current and meet the Department of Home Affairs’ requirements.

• Complete required health checks through an approved medical professional.
• Provide police clearance certificates from countries where you have lived.
• Submit character references and any additional documents requested by the Department.

• After submitting your application and documents, your visa will be processed.
• Processing times may vary based on the complexity of your application and the volume of applications being processed.
• Stay updated by checking the status of your application through your ImmiAccount.

• Once your visa application is approved, you will receive a visa grant notice.
• You will be notified of the conditions of your visa and the duration of your permanent residency.
• Ensure that you comply with any conditions attached to your visa.