At a glance
26,887
4 facts · 23 June 2026
Invitations in 2025-26
26,887 across three rounds
Rounds
21 August, 13 November, 4 June
Final round
10,000 invitations, tie-break 24 April 2026
Occupations invited
162
The Skilled Independent (subclass 189) program completed its 2025-26 year with a third and final invitation round on 4 June 2026, issuing 10,000 invitations with a tie-break date of 24 April 2026.
Across the year, three rounds delivered 26,887 invitations to 162 occupations: 6,887 on 21 August 2025, 10,000 on 13 November 2025 (alongside 300 family-sponsored subclass 491 invitations) and 10,000 in June.
Minimum invited points varied sharply by occupation. Core construction trades were invited at or near the 65-point floor in every round, while several medical specialties and professional occupations required 85 points or more.
What it means
- Three rounds a year, not monthly: the timing of an Expression of Interest matters as much as its score.
- Minimum points varied sharply by occupation, from the 65-point floor for core trades to 85 and above for several professional and medical occupations.
General information only, current at 23 June 2026. Not immigration assistance. Source: Home Affairs. Eligibility depends on your circumstances and on the law as it stands on the day you apply.
Shoreline Migration · Registered Migration Agent · MARN 2619597
