English language requirements- Superior English
Several Australian visas require applicants to demonstrate superior English proficiency, especially those focused on skilled migration and certain work categories. Superior English is typically assessed through recognized English language tests such as IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, or others, and corresponds to a very high level of language competency. Here are some visas that often require superior English or reward points for it.
1. Skilled Migration Visas
- Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): Superior English can significantly boost points for the points-tested system.
- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): Achieving superior English can increase eligibility for state or territory nomination.
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): Superior English is advantageous for scoring higher points in the system.
2. Business and Investor Visas
- Business Talent Visa (Subclass 132): In some streams, demonstrating superior English can be a condition or help reduce additional charges like the English language charge.
- Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 188): Superior English can waive extra costs and demonstrate competitiveness in the business stream.
3. Employer-Sponsored Visas
- Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186): Depending on the stream, superior English may be required or improve eligibility.
4. General Skilled Migration (GSM) Points Test
While not mandatory for every skilled visa, superior English earns the highest points (20 points) under the GSM points test system, enhancing your chances for invitations. Demonstrating superior English is a valuable asset for meeting eligibility requirements, reducing visa fees, or boosting points for competitive visa streams. Below you will find a list of different, approved for immigration tests scores, you must achieve to evidence Superior English.
SUPERIOR ENGLISH
| RESULT | IELTS | OET | TOEFL | PTA | CAE | EXEMPTION |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUPERIOR ENGLISH | At least 8 for each of the 4 components | At least A for each of the 4 components | At least 28 for listening, 29 for reading, 30 for writing and 26 for speaking | At least 79 for each of the 4 test components | At least 200 in each of the 4 test components | NA |
English language tests and exemptions from testing for applicants:
- holding valid passports for certain countries
who have completed 5 years full time study at secondary education or higher education level where the instruction conducted in English
nominated by an SBS sponsor in relation to an occupation that will be performed at a diplomatic or consular mission of another country or Office od Authorities of Taiwan located in Australia
nominated in an occupation that requires occupational licensing, registration or membership to perform the occupation and was required to demonstrate proficiency in English
employed by a company operating an established business overseas and nominated by an SBS sponsor of that company or an associated entity of that company and who is paid at least $96,400 pa
The applicants must have achieved the test results required in the approved test on the test day in a single attempt at the test - The test must not be more than 3 years old on the day on which the applicant provided the evidence of the test
To evidence Superior English following exemptions are allowed: NA