English Language Requirements for Subclass 482 Visa - Minimum Score & How to be Exempted?
You are aiming to apply for the Skills in Demand (SID) (Subclass 482) visa to continue your stay in Australia or move to Australia for a new start. Either way, we have to talk about an important requirement that the Department of Home Affairs (DoHA) look for – English. The DoHA requires the SID visa applicant to meet a certain level of English proficiency to be eligible. However, there are some that may be exempted from the English requirement.
What are the Acceptable English Language Tests for Skills in Demand Visa (SID) (Subclass 482) Visa?
Applicants are required to take one of the listed internationally recognised English language tests to prove their proficiency. The completed test is usually valid for 3 years for a visa application.
What are the current Minimum Scores for The SID (Subclass 482) Visa?
For Core Skills Stream
IELTS – Overall band score of at least 5.0 with a score of at least 4.5 in each test component.
PTE – Overall test score of at least 36 with a score of at least 30 in each test component.
OET – Score of at least ‘B’ in each of the four components.
TOEFL iBT – Total score of at least 35 with a score of at least 3 for listening and reading and a score of at least 12 for speaking and writing.
CAE – Overall test score of at least 154 with a score of at least 147 in each test component.
For Specialist Skills Stream
IELTS – Overall band score of at least 5.0 with a score of at least 5 in each test component.
PTE – Overall test score of at least 36 with a score of at least 36 in each test component.
OET – Score of at least ‘B’ in each of the four components.
TOEFL iBT – Total score of at least 35 with a score of at least 4 for listening and reading and a score of at least 14 for speaking and writing.
CAE – Overall test score of at least 154 with a score of at least 154 in each test component.
Am I exempted from providing English for my Skills in Demand Visa (SID) SC 482?
You may be exempt from taking the English test, and if you meet the below exemptions, you may be required to provide supporting evidence. These exemptions typically apply to:
Passport holders of certain English-speaking countries from:
Canada
Ireland
New Zealand
United Kingdom
United States of America
If you have completed a substantial period of full-time education in English, which usually requires at least 5 years of full-time study in a secondary or higher education institution conducted in English.
If you hold a professional registration or licensing that demonstrates a level of English proficiency.
How Can Agape Henry Crux Help
Ensure you meet the English requirement for the Skills in Demand visa (SC 482) application, and if you find yourself having issues, reach out to Agape Henry Crux. We encourage you to discuss your issues with one of our Accredited Specialist Immigration Lawyers (s) or our team of immigration lawyers and registered migration agents who specialise in handling highly complex matters. You can schedule an appointment with one of our lawyers or agents to seek professional advice by calling 02-8310 5230 or emailing us at info@ahclawyers.com.
We speak fluent English, Mandarin and Cantonese. We can also help you arrange an interpreter if this isn't your language.
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