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Australia SkillSelect Invitation Round
Australia SkillSelect Invitation Round
Australia SkillSelect Invitation Round
The Department of Home Affairs has released the results of the latest SkillSelect invitation round, held on 21 August 2025. This marks the first invitation round of the 2025–26 program year, following the previous round in November 2024.
This new round highlights Australia’s commitment to inviting skilled professionals to fill critical workforce shortages across healthcare, education, engineering, trades, and social services.
Invitation Round Results
Visa Subclass | Total EOIs Invited | Tie-Break Date |
|---|---|---|
Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) | 6,887 | 20 August 2025 |
Tie-break Rule: EOIs lodged on or before 20 August 2025 were considered. Applicants with the same points score were ranked by their EOI submission date.
What This Means for Applicants?
The Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) continues to be one of the most competitive migration pathways, as it allows successful applicants to:
Live and work anywhere in Australia permanently
Apply without requiring state or employer sponsorship
Access a wide range of work and lifestyle opportunities
The large number of invitations in this round shows that the government is prioritising highly skilled workers across multiple sectors.
Next Steps:
If You Received an Invitation:
You have 60 days to lodge your visa application.
Ensure all documents, including skills assessment and English test results, are valid and ready for submission.
If You Did Not Receive an Invitation:
Keep your Expression of Interest (EOI) up to date with the latest qualifications, work experience, or English test results.
Consider increasing your points through strategies such as partner skills, NAATI accreditation, or professional year programs.
Explore other pathways such as the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) or the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491), which are expected to open once state allocations are finalised.
Key Takeaway
With nearly 7,000 invitations issued in this round, Australia has reopened doors for skilled migration in 2025. Applicants with competitive EOIs, strong points scores, and early submissions stand the best chance of success in upcoming rounds.
