What is the Required Minimum English Test Score to Apply for a Visa?
Embarking on your journey to Australia? Let's talk about one essential aspect: English Language competency! Some visas may require you to show proof of your English skills, but worry not! We've got you covered. Here's a glimpse of the required competency levels for certain visas, helping you set your target score confidently. Get ready to unlock your dreams in Australia!
For Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (TSS) (Subclass 482)
Skilled workers aiming to apply for Temporary Skill Shortage Visa (Subclass 482) Short-term Stream must score:
| Type of English Test | Minimum Score | |
|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | At least five (5) overall band scores, and at least 4.5 on four (4) test components | |
| PTE | At least 36 academic overall test score, with at least 30 in each of the test components | |
| TOEFL | At least a total score of 35, and at least 12 for speaking and writing | |
| OET | At least a “B” | |
| Cambridge English (CAE) Advanced | At least 154 overall test score, with at least 147 in each test components |
Meanwhile, for Medium-Long term TSS applicants must score:
| Type of English Test | Minimum Score | |
|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | At least five (5) overall band scores, and at least five (5) or above on four (4) test components | |
| PTE | At least 36 academic overall test score, with at least 36 in each of the test components | |
| TOEFL | At least 35 academic overall test score, with at least four (4) for each of the test components of listening and reading, and at least 14 for speaking and writing | |
| OET | At least a “B” | |
| Cambridge English (CAE) Advanced | At least 154 overall test score | |
For Employment Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186) and Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187)
Individuals aiming to apply for Employment Nomination Scheme (ENS) (Subclass 186) and the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187) must aspire for:
| Type of English Test | Population, million | |
|---|---|---|
| International English Language Testing System (IELTS) | At least six (6) in each of the four (4) test components | |
| PTE | At least 50 in each of the four (4) test components | |
| TOEFL | At least 12 for listening, 13 for reading, 18 for speaking and 21 for writing | |
| OET | At least a “B” in each of the four (4) test components | |
| Cambridge English (CAE) Advanced | At least 169 in each of the four (4) components |
| Type | Minimum Score | |
|---|---|---|
| General Skilled Migration (GSM) points test for Superior English | At least 20 points | |
| GSM points for Proficient English | At least 10 points | |
| GSM Points test and ENS Subclass 186/RSMS Direct and Transition Stream for Competent English | At least satisfy threshold requirement | |
| Vocational English | At least satisfy requirements |
For Other Australian Visas
| Type | Minimum Score | |
|---|---|---|
| Training (Subclass 407) visa and Temporary Activity (Subclass 403) visa | Average of 4.5 in IELTS | |
| Temporary Graduate (Subclass 485) visa and Recognised Graduate (Subclass 124) visa | At least 10 points | |
| Distinguished Talent (Subclass 124) visa | At least Functional English | |
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
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