Introduction
Skilled visas are points based visa for skilled workers under which they can apply for permanent resident visa of the country they are interested in along with their family- spouse and children. Many developed countries have skilled migration policies under which the qualified applicants can apply for permanent residency- PR. Applicants need to fulfil the basic point requirements in order to be eligible to apply for skilled migration.
Skilled visa country options
Applicants may choose to apply for skilled visa to Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and UK
In Canada applicants can apply under express entry stream, In Australia under General skilled migration program, in New Zealand under SMC Skilled migration category, in UK under UK points based immigration system. Each of these countries has a skill shortage list and if your occupation is in the list and you meet the minimum threshold points then you may be eligible to apply for PR for these countries
In Canada this occupation list is called NOC- National occupation classification list, In Australia it is CSOL- Consolidated skilled occupation list, for New Zealand it is LTSSL- Long term skills shortage list and for UK it is called SOC – Standard occupation classification.
General eligibility criteria
To be eligible to apply for skilled migration visas you must have a occupation listed in the relevant skills list of the country along with satisfying the points criteria. Points are awarded for
- Age
- Qualification
- Work experience
- Spouse skills if applicable
- English language ability
- Sponsorship of a relative or a state
Benefits of applying skilled migration visas
These are developed countries which offer excellent job opportunities and life style. There are many benefits of applying under skilled migration like free education for children, free health facilities, honest and transparent system, tremendous job opportunities, clean and safe environment. Another benefit is of sponsoring your parents for long term visitor visas and Permanent resident visas.
Why West Highlander
Moving abroad under skilled migration is very crucial decision of your life. Checking the occupation list matching your job profile and calculating exact points is very important for the success of your application. There are many stages you need to pass through before reaching the final stage of applying your skilled migration visa in the embassy. Each and every step is very crucial for the success of your skilled visa application. For this you need the services of qualified and experienced consultants who can correctly asses your case and file your documentation effectively at every stage. The key personnel at West Highlander have strong portfolio in immigration law. They have been working in the field since 15 years and their expertise helps in understanding and assessing your case as per current skilled migration policies. As a holder of various immigration licenses and certifications, team at West Highlander Immigration has in-depth knowledge about the processing of the skilled migration visas.
Australia
Australia has got many categories under which skilled migration aspirants can apply to migrate like visa subclass 189, visa subclass 190, and visa subclass 491. Apply through MARA Agen
New Zealand
Apply for New Zealand resident visa along with your spouse and children under skilled migration category through experienced licensed Adviser for New Zealand
Canada
Migrate to one of best countries of the world along with family under express entry scheme. Score additional points for PNP- Provincial nominee Program.
UK
Apply for permanent leave to remain in UK under the new points based immigration system through experienced consultants.