Latest Updates: 22 August 2025
Over the past 24 hours, there has been a noticeable surge of reports from applicants who have received invitations for the Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa. While no official announcement of a formal invitation round has been released, the number of invitations being shared online (20–30 posts within 24 hours).
To help keep information organized and reduce repetitive questions, we’ve compiled details that applicants have shared. If you’ve received an invitation, please email us your ANZSCO code, total points, and the date you submitted your EOI. This information can be extremely helpful for others in the same process.
Important Note: The points listed below are not official cut-offs. They represent the total points reported by individuals who received an invitation. For some occupations, multiple invitations with different point totals have been reported. Use this information for reference only. If you need tailored advice before lodging your application, we strongly recommend consulting with our Registered Migration Agent Here:
Reported Invitations by Occupation & Points (22 August 2025)
| Occupation | Reported Points (possible lowest) |
|---|---|
| Actuary | 90 |
| Agricultural Scientist | 90 |
| Architect | 90 |
| Audiologist | 80 |
| Biotechnologist | 90 |
| Bricklayer | 65 |
| Carpenter | 65 |
| Chemical Engineer | 90 |
| Chemist | 90 |
| Civil Engineering Draftsperson | 90 |
| Civil Engineer | 100 |
| Construction Project Manager | 90 |
| Early Childhood Teacher (ECT) | 85 |
| Economist | 90 |
| Electrician (General) | 65 |
| Electronic Engineer | 95 |
| Environmental Consultant | 95 |
| Environmental Research Scientist | 100 |
| Food Technologist | 95 |
| General Practitioner | 80 |
| Life Scientist | 90 |
| Lawyer | 85 |
| Management Consultant | 90 |
| Materials Engineer | 95 |
| Medical Practitioner | 80 |
| Midwife | 80 |
| Occupational Therapist | 85 |
| Painter | 70 |
| Painting and Decorating (332211) | 85 |
| Panel Beater | 90 |
| Physicist | 95 |
| Physiotherapist | 80 |
| Podiatrist | 80 |
| Psychologist | 85 |
| Registered Nurse (Aged Care) | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (Community Health) | 85 |
| Registered Nurse (Critical Care and Emergency) | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (Mental Health) | 85 |
| Registered Nurse (Medical) | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (Medical Practice) | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (NEC) | 80 |
| Registered Nurse (Perioperative) | 80 |
| Roof Plumber | 65 |
| School Teacher | 90 |
| Secondary School Teacher | 85 |
| Statistician | 80 |
| Social Worker | 85 |
| Solicitor | 90 |
| Solid Plasterer | 65 |
| Speech Pathologist | 80 |
| Statistician | 90 |
| Tiler | 65 |
| University Lecturer | 85 |
| Veterinarian | 90 |
| Wall and Floor Tiler | 70 |
Key Takeaways
- The August 2025 invitation activity shows a broad range of occupations invited, from trades (Carpenter, Electrician, Tiler) at as low as 65 points, to specialist roles (Civil Engineer, Environmental Research Scientist, Physicist) at 95–100 points.
- Health and education professions remain highly represented, particularly nurses, midwives, teachers, and social workers.
- Onshore applicants in certain trades received invitations at lower points (65–70), which indicates possible prioritization of occupations in shortage.
👉 If you have received an invitation, sharing your ANZSCO, total points, and EOI date will make this data more accurate and helpful for others. Send it to our email at [email protected].
👉 If you’re still waiting or planning to lodge, remember that each case is different. Before submitting, consider speaking with our Registered Migration Agent to ensure your application is prepared correctly.
