Australia PR Points: Age 44, Bachelor's or Master's degree, Competent English

A single applicant aged 44 with a bachelor's or master's degree, competent English and less than 3 years of overseas experience scores:

40pointsBelow the 65-point pass mark (-25)

Points breakdown (subclass 189)

Age (44)15
English (Competent)0
Overseas skilled employment (less than 3 years)0
Qualification (Bachelor's or Master's degree)15
Partner (single or partner is citizen/PR)10
Total points40
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Ways to add points

ScenarioNew totalGain
Improve to Proficient English50+10
State nomination - subclass 19045+5
Regional nomination - subclass 49155+15
NAATI community language credential45+5
Complete a Professional Year45+5
Reach 3-4 years overseas45+5

Age outlook

This is the last year you can be invited - applicants aged 45 or over are not eligible for 189, 190 or 491.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Australia PR points does a 44-year-old with competent English get?

With a bachelor's or master's degree, competent English and less than 3 years of overseas experience, a single applicant aged 44 scores 40 points for subclass 189.

Is 65 points enough for an invitation?

65 is only the minimum to lodge an Expression of Interest. Invitation rounds rank candidates and many occupations need considerably more, so treat higher scores as safer.