The Migration Points Advice Program is a documentary evidence assessment that determines how your qualifications and employment history compare with Australian standards for your Nominated Occupation.
This program is for applicants applying for a points-tested, independent skilled migration visa who have already received a successful outcome from one of our skills assessments.
The assessment does not allocate points; this is determined by Home Affairs. It is used to tell Home Affairs how your qualifications and/or employment experience compare against Australian standards.
To register for the Migration Points Advice Program, you will need to:
• Have a successful skills assessment outcome from one of our programs. This outcome must be in your Nominated Occupation.
What is my Nominated Occupation?
Your Nominated Occupation is the job you want to be assessed for based on your skills and experience.
The total cost to complete this program is $450. You can make payment through our Online Portal when you submit your application.
All costs are in Australian dollars (AUD). More information about fees, including any additional assessment fees (if required), reviews and refunds is in the Migration Points Advice Program Guidelines.
Before you apply, there are a few things you should do:
• Check that you have a successful skills assessment outcome from us and that you are seeking a points tested visa from Home Affairs.
• Use the Pathfinder tool to check if this Program is right for you.
• Read the Migration Points Advice Program Guidelines carefully.
To apply for this program, you must register through our Online Portal.
The Online Portal will guide you through the documents you need to submit at each stage of your application. Make sure to follow the instructions carefully and that all your details are current and correct.
1. Register - Complete your online registration.
2. Upload Evidence - Provide all required evidence.
3. Review and Confirm - Check that you have completed all sections of the application.
4. Submit - Make your payment and click submit.
The Migration Points Advice Program Guidelines will help you understand how the program works, who can apply, and what it costs. It also provides information about authorising a person or migration agent to act on your behalf.
Please read the Program Guidelines before you apply so you know what to expect.
If you still need help, you can look at our Frequently Asked Questions or you can call our Enquiry Line:
Phone (in Australia): 1300 360 992
Phone (outside Australia): +61 2 6240 8778
Our Enquiry Line is available Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm Australian Eastern Standard Time.
Applications for the Migration Points Advice Program are typically processed within 120 days of submission. Where applicable, this timeframe applies after all required documentary evidence has been provided.
If the program involves multiple steps, applicants must complete each step or stage before progressing to the next.
Processing times may vary
Processing times are a guide only and may change. Some applications may take longer to finalise.
As of July 2026, our average processing times are tracking at 120 days.