How many points does IELTS give for Australian PR?

English points come from your lowest IELTS component. Competent English (6.0 in each of listening, reading, writing and speaking) gives 0 points but is the minimum to be invited; Proficient English (7.0 in each) gives 10; Superior English (8.0 in each) gives 20.

What is the pass mark for the Australian points test?

The minimum is 65 points for 189, 190 and 491. Invitations are ranked, so many occupations need well above 65 in practice.

Does Australia accept IELTS General Training for PR?

Yes. For the skilled points test the Department of Home Affairs accepts IELTS Academic or General Training, with the same component scores. IELTS Online (taken at home) is not accepted for Australian visas.

How are work-experience points capped?

Overseas and Australian skilled employment in the last 10 years are added together, but the combined total is capped at 20 points.

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Your IELTS band in each component (Academic or General Training). The English points use your lowest component.

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Age

Visa

Skilled work outside Australia (last 10 years)

Skilled work in Australia (last 10 years)

Highest qualification

Partner

Other pointsAustralian research Masters/PhD in STEM (2+ years) (+10)Meets the Australian study requirement (+5)Completed a Professional Year in Australia (+5)NAATI credentialled community language (+5)Studied in regional Australia (+5)

Estimate based on the Department of Home Affairs points table (subclass 189, updated 11 June 2026), plus nomination points for 190 (+5) and 491 (+15). Employment points are capped at 20 combined. English levels for IELTS (Academic or General Training): Competent 6.0, Proficient 7.0, Superior 8.0 in each component. IELTS Online is not accepted for Australian visas. Confirm your claims on immi.homeaffairs.gov.au before submitting an EOI.

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