🇳🇿 English language requirements for skilled residence visas

New Zealand

English language requirements for NZ skilled residence visas: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE, and other approved tests with minimum scores for principal applicants and partners.

Skilled residence visaEnglish language testPrincipal applicant minimum scores 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇳🇿 Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa Scoring

New Zealand

New Zealand SMC 6-point scoring for Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa. Points from occupational registration, qualification, or income plus skilled work experience in NZ.

Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa6-point scoring systemNew Zealand occupational registration 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇳🇿 Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa

New Zealand

Apply for NZ Skilled Migrant Category Resident Visa (SMC) under the 6-point system. Must be 55 or younger, have a job with an accredited employer, and meet English and health requirements.

6-point systemAccredited employer requiredAge 55 or younger 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program

Canada · 📍 QC

Learn about the Quebec PSTQ (Qualified Worker Selection Program), its four streams, and eligibility requirements. Find NOC codes, FEER categories, and key conditions for permanent selection.

Four program streamsNOC code requirementFEER categories (0–5) 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program (French) - Stream 1 Eligibility

Canada · 📍 QC

Quebec PSTQ Stream 1 eligibility requirements for highly qualified specialized skills: FEER 0/1/2 occupation, 1 year work experience, French level 7 oral/5 written, and specific diploma criteria.

FEER 0/1/2 occupation1 year work experienceFrench level 7 oral / 5 written 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program (French) - Stream 2 Eligibility

Canada · 📍 QC

Quebec PSTQ Stream 2 eligibility for intermediate & manual skills workers (FEER 3, 4, 5). Requires 2 years work experience, French level 5, and minimum high school diploma.

FEER 3, 4, or 5 occupation2 years work experience1 year in Quebec 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program (French) - Stream 3 Eligibility

Canada · 📍 QC

Stream 3 of Quebec PSTQ for regulated professions. Must hold a regulated occupation, have assessment from regulatory authority, and meet French language requirements.

Regulated profession requiredRegulatory authority assessmentFrench language requirement 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program (French) - Stream 4 Eligibility

Canada · 📍 QC

Stream 4 Exceptional Talent under Quebec PSTQ for skilled workers with outstanding expertise. Must have 3 years experience, proven achievements, and partner opinion or listed achievement.

Quebec PSTQExceptional Talent3 years work experience 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Quebec PSTQ Qualified Worker Selection Program (French) - Scoring

Canada · 📍 QC

The Quebec PSTQ scoring system ranks foreign nationals for permanent selection under the PSTQ with a maximum score of 1400 points. It assesses human capital, labour needs, and adaptability factors.

Quebec PSTQ1400 maximum pointsHuman Capital 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia ACT Doctorate streamlined nomination

Australia · 📍 ACT

ACT streamlined nomination for PhD graduates of ACT universities. Priority processing, fee-free, eligible for Subclass 190 or 491 with a mandatory skill assessment.

ACT streamlined nominationPriority processingFee-free application 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration Express Entry-CEC

Canada

Canadian Experience Class (CEC) allows skilled temporary workers in Canada to apply for permanent residence. See work experience, language, and admissibility requirements.

Express Entry streamCanadian work experiencePermanent residence pathway 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-Skilled Worker Overseas

Canada · 📍 MB

Manitoba SWO pathway for skilled workers living outside Canada. Requires connection to Manitoba (family support, past experience, or invitation) and 60+ points on MPNP grid.

Requires Manitoba connection60-point assessment gridFamily or friend support 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-Skilled Worker Overseas Scoring

Canada · 📍 MB

MPNP points assessment for Skilled Worker Overseas stream. Age, language, education, work experience, and adaptability factors. No official overall maximum score stated.

MPNP Points AssessmentFactor scoringLanguage Proficiency 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-EOI Scoring

Canada · 📍 MB

The MPNP EOI scoring system awards points for language proficiency, age, work experience, education, adaptability, and risk. The officially stated maximum is 1,000 points.

Points-based selectionMaximum 1,000 pointsLanguage proficiency 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-Skilled Worker in Manitoba

Canada · 📍 MB

Manitoba SWM pathway for temporary foreign workers with a valid work permit and ongoing Manitoba employment. Must have 6+ months continuous full-time work with a Manitoba employer.

Work permit required6+ months employmentFull-time long-term job offer 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-International Education Stream

Canada · 📍 MB

MPNP International Education Stream (IES) offers three pathways for Manitoba graduates to permanent residence. Check eligibility, study requirements, and exclusions.

Three pathways availableCareer Employment PathwayGraduate Internship Pathway 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-International Education Stream-Career Employment Pathway

Canada · 📍 MB

Manitoba PNP Career Employment Pathway for international graduates. Requires CLB/NCLC 7, full-time job offer in in-demand occupation, and 1-year post-secondary program in Manitoba.

CLB/NCLC 7 minimumJob offer in In-Demand Occupations ListGraduate within past 3 years 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program-International Education Stream-Graduate Internship Pathway

Canada · 📍 MB

Learn about the Manitoba PNP Graduate Internship Pathway for master's and PhD graduates. Key requirements include a Mitacs internship, CLB 7, settlement funds, and Manitoba residency.

Manitoba PNPGraduate Internship PathwayMitacs Elevate internship 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Graduate Pathways(TSG)-190

Australia · 📍 TAS

Eligibility for the Tasmania 190 Skilled Graduate visa: 92-week CRICOS course, 2-year Tasmania residence, full-time on-site study. No work experience required.

Subclass 190 visaTasmania state nominationSkilled Graduate pathway 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 189 Eligible Occupation List

Australia

Complete 189 eligible occupation list for Australia's Skilled Independent visa. Browse searchable occupations by code and name for subclass 189 visa.

Subclass 189 visaSkilled Independent visaAustralia skilled migration 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Queensland Building and construction workers

Australia · 📍 QLD

Australia Queensland 190 491 nomination pathway for building and construction workers. Requires competent English, 65 points, 3 months work in QLD, and occupation on QLD Onshore Skills List.

Subclass 190 / 491 nominationBuilding and construction pathwayQueensland Onshore Skills List 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada BC Immigration: Scoring

Canada · 📍 BC

BC PNP Skills Immigration uses a 200-point grid ranking candidates for provincial nomination. Points awarded for work experience, education, language, hourly wage & area of employment.

BC PNP Skills Immigration200-point scoring gridHuman Capital Factors 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada BC Immigration: Health Authority stream

Canada · 📍 BC

The BC PNP Health Authority Stream is a direct application pathway for healthcare professionals with an indeterminate job offer from a BC public health authority. No registration required.

Direct application streamNo registration requiredIndeterminate full-time job offer 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada BC Immigration: Skilled Worker stream

Canada · 📍 BC

BC PNP Skilled Worker stream for experienced professionals with a B.C. job offer in NOC TEER 0-3. Minimum 2 years work experience, CLB 4, employer support, and income thresholds.

BC PNPSkilled Worker streamProvincial nomination 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Alberta Opportunity Stream

Canada · 📍 AB

Alberta Opportunity Stream for temporary foreign workers. Learn about work experience, language, occupation, education, and job offer requirements for AAIP nomination.

Temporary foreign worker pathwayAlberta-based work experience requiredNo EOI or invitation needed 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Alberta - Worker Expression of Interest (EOI) Points Grid

Canada · 📍 AB

The Alberta AAIP Worker EOI Points Grid scores candidates up to 100 points on human capital and economic factors for provincial nomination.

AAIPWorker EOIPoints Grid 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Alberta Express Entry Stream

Canada · 📍 AB

Learn about the Alberta Express Entry Stream: eligibility, pathways including Dedicated Health Care, Accelerated Tech, and minimum CRS score of 300.

Active Express Entry profile neededMinimum CRS score of 300Multiple pathways available 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration Express Entry-CRS

Canada

Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) for Canada Express Entry. Learn how points are awarded for age, education, language, work experience, and more.

Comprehensive Ranking SystemExpress EntryCore human capital factors 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration Express Entry-FST

Canada

Canada Federal Skilled Trades (FST) visa under Express Entry: eligibility requirements for skilled tradespeople, work experience, job offer or certificate of qualification, and language ability.

Express Entry streamSkilled trades experienceJob offer or certificate 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration EE-Federal Skilled Worker Program

Canada

The Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) program is for skilled foreign workers seeking permanent residence via Express Entry. Minimum 67 points, CLB 7, and 1 year skilled work required.

Express Entry stream67-point selection factorsMinimum CLB 7 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration EE-Federal Skilled Worker Program Scoring

Canada

Calculate your Canada Federal Skilled Worker Program score. Maximum 100 points, pass threshold 67. Age, education, language, work experience, adaptability factors.

FSW 100-point grid67-point pass markSelection factors 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇨🇦 Canada Immigration Express Entry

Canada

Learn about Canada Express Entry for skilled workers. Find eligibility requirements, CRS score factors, language tests, and the application process for permanent residence.

Online systemThree federal programsCRS score-based 🗓 7 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)-491-Priority Attributes

Australia · 📍 TAS

Learn how Tasmania ranks Subclass 491 visa candidates using Gold, Green, Orange Plus, and Orange priority attributes. Points based on employment, salary, and skills assessment relevance.

Gold / Green / Orange Plus / Orange passesPriority attribute rankingEmployment salary threshold AUD 57,000 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)-491

Australia · 📍 TAS

Australia Subclass 491 visa (Tasmania Skilled Employment - TSE) pathway for skilled workers. Key requirements: job offer, income threshold, work experience in Tasmania, and ongoing employment.

Subclass 491State Nominated (Tasmania)Skilled Employment Pathway 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)-190-Priority Attributes

Australia · 📍 TAS

Learn how Tasmania 190 nomination ranks candidates by Gold, Green, Orange Plus, and Orange priority attributes. Salary threshold AUD 57,000/year applies.

Subclass 190Tasmania state nominationPriority attributes 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Employment (TSE)-190

Australia · 📍 TAS

Australia Tasmania 190 nomination under Skilled Employment (TSE) program. Find eligibility criteria: work duration, salary, skills assessment, and employer conditions for permanent residency.

Subclass 190 visaTasmania state nominationTSE program 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Subclass 491 - Tasmanian Skilled Graduate (TSG) Priority Attributes

Australia · 📍 TAS

Tasmania Subclass 491 Skilled Graduate (TSG) ranking uses Gold, Green, Orange Plus, and Orange tiers. Points awarded per attribute. Only top-ranked ROI candidates invited.

Subclass 491Tasmanian Skilled GraduatePriority Attributes 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Tasmanian Skilled Graduate Pathways(TSG)-491

Australia · 📍 TAS

Australia's Tasmania 491 Skilled Graduate visa for international graduates: CRICOS-listed course in Tasmania, full-time on-site study, 40-week minimum, no job offer needed. Check eligibility now.

Subclass 491Tasmania Skilled GraduateCRICOS course required 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Subclass 190 - Tasmanian Skilled Graduate (TSG) Priority Attributes

Australia · 📍 TAS

Priority attribute scoring system for Tasmania Subclass 190 Skilled Graduate nomination. Ranks ROIs by Gold, Green, Orange Plus, and Orange attributes.

TSG Priority AttributesSubclass 190 TasmaniaGold/Green/Orange Plus/Orange categories 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia NT Government visa nomination for NT residents

Australia · 📍 NT

NT Government nomination for skilled migrants living in the Northern Territory. Must meet age, English, skills assessment, and employment requirements for Subclass 190 or 491.

NT resident pathwaySubclass 190 & 491State nomination 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Immigration NT Government visa nomination

Australia · 📍 NT

The NT Government nomination allows skilled migrants and graduates to apply for Australian subclass 190 or 491 visas. Learn about age, skills, English, financial, and commitment requirements.

Subclass 190 & 491NT Government nominationState-sponsored pathway 🗓 6 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Points table for Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190)

Australia

Detailed breakdown of the Australian Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa points test, covering age, English, work experience, education, partner skills, and nomination bonus. Maximum combined work experience points capped at 20.

Age max 30 ptsEnglish max 20 ptsEducation max 20 pts 🗓 5 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa

Australia

The Australia Subclass 190 visa is a state-nominated permanent visa for skilled workers. Find eligibility criteria including age, skills assessment, points, and nomination requirements.

Subclass 190State/territory nominationSkillSelect EOI 🗓 5 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

Australia

Australia 189 visa for skilled workers. Check age, English, skills assessment, EOI and points requirements for permanent residency.

Australia 189 visaSubclass 189SkillSelect 🗓 5 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa

Australia

Learn about the Australia Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa. Check eligibility: age under 45, Competent English, 65 points, skills assessment, state nomination or relative sponsorship. Step-by-step guide.

State or relative sponsorship requiredPoints-tested (65 minimum)Provisional visa for 5 years 🗓 4 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Australia Points table for Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)

Australia

Complete points table for Australia's Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491). See how points are awarded for age, English, experience, and more.

Points-based selectionMinimum 65 points requiredState nomination or family sponsorship required 🗓 4 Jun 2026

🇦🇺 Points table for Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)

Australia

Complete points table for Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189). Learn how age, English, work experience, education, and partner skills affect your score. Minimum 65 points required.

Max 145 pts65 pts thresholdSpouse bonus available 🗓 25 May 2026