Preparing An Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect Guide

An Expression of Interest (EOI) is the first step in the skilled migration process to Australia, as it determines your eligibility for various skilled migration visas. Here are some essential tips to help you prepare an EOI and improve your chances of receiving an invitation to apply for permanent residency (PR).  
 
Before lodging your EOI, ensure you have: 

1. Complete Your Skills Assessment

   Skills assessment is a mandatory requirement for most skilled visas, such as the Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189), Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), and Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491). Ensure your skills assessment is conducted by a relevant skill-assessing body and relevant authority bodies and accurately reflects your qualifications and work experience. 
   

2. Demonstrate Your English Language Proficiency

   You must provide evidence of your English language ability, typically through tests like IELTS, TOEFL, or PTE. Do your best to aim for a higher score, which can significantly enhance your points.

3. Consider State or Territory Nominations

   1. Securing a nomination from a state or territory government before lodging your EOI can improve your chances of receiving an invitation. Research the specific requirements of different states and territories regarding their nomination processes.

   2. Check out NSW Skilled Migration Update for 2024 - 2025 and ACT Skilled Migration Nomination Update (October 2024)

4. Understand the EOI Process for Different Applicants 

   1. Independent and Family-Sponsored Applicants: To increase your likelihood of receiving an invitation, focus on obtaining the highest possible points score.

   2. State Nominated Applicants: After lodging your EOI, if nominated by a state or territory, you may receive an invitation immediately. Ensure you meet the passing score of at least 65 points.
      

5. Maximise Your Points Score 

   1. Work Experience: Highlight relevant work experience, as more years in your nominated occupation can significantly boost your points. 

   2. Qualifications: Include all relevant qualifications, especially if they are assessed positively by the skills assessment authority. 

   3. Age and English Score: Ensure that your age and English proficiency scores are maximized, as these factors contribute significantly to your total points. 
      

6. Be Aware of Occupational Ceilings

   1. Occupational Groups: Understand that each occupational group has quotas (occupational ceilings). Higher points scores will be prioritised, so aim for the best score possible. 
      

7.  Post EOI Invitation Application Time Limit 

   1. 60-Day Application Window: Once you receive an invitation, you must submit your visa application within 60 days. Prepare your application materials in advance to ensure you can meet this deadline. 

   2. Avoiding Lapses: If you miss the deadline, your invitation will lapse, and you may not be re-invited. You can only receive a maximum of two invitations before your EOI is removed from the system. 

8.  Prepare Documentation Early

   1. Gather Required Documents: Collect all necessary documentation early, including your skills assessment, English language test results, and proof of work experience. This will help streamline your application process.

Preparing a precise EOI in SkillSelect is vital for enhancing your chances of receiving an invitation for skilled migration to Australia. Focus on maximising your points score, understand the nomination processes, and ensure you meet all requirements.  
 

By booking a consultation with us today, you can further approach your EOI confidently and clearly, setting yourself on the path to success in your migration journey. 

How Can Agape Henry Crux Help

Set yourself on the path to success in your migration journey! Contact us at Agape Henry Crux for further approach your EOI confidently and clearly, so our Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyer(s) and our team of immigration lawyers and migration agents can assist you with the next steps. Our team specialises in handling highly complex matters. You may schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or email us at info@ahclawyers.com.  

We speak fluent English, Mandarin, Cantonese and Malay. If this isn’t your language, we can also help you arrange an interpreter.  

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