Skilled migration (Subclasses 189, 190)

Skilled migration done with a lawyer, not a form

Subclasses 189, 190189 or 190? State-nominated or independent? You get matched to the right stream, your points are assessed, and an immigration lawyer reviews your application before it's lodged.
Immigration lawyer guidance
Money back if refused
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Why choose Tern?

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Our legal framework is backed by immigration lawyers to ensure it complies with Australian immigration laws.

Never wonder if your evidence is enough

We write a personalised GTE statement for your application, covering your circumstances, ties to home, and genuine intent. As you upload evidence, you get real-time feedback on what's missing or needs strengthening. Your application is checked before we lodge it, so you go in prepared. Service fee refunded if refused (see terms).

No visa, no fee

The government fee of A$4,910 is non-refundable once lodged, so your application is checked before we send it in. If the Department refuses your visa, Tern's service fee is refunded in full. Full terms apply.

What you need to be eligible

In-demand occupationYour job is on the relevant skilled occupation list
Skills assessmentPositive assessment from the relevant assessing authority
Enough pointsYou need at least 65 points (more is better)
English abilityCompetent English (at least 6 in each IELTS band, or equivalent)
Not sure if you qualify? Start the application and your eligibility is checked as you go.

What's included

Included on every plan
Guided evidence collection for your situation
Migration advice to strengthen your application
Immigration lawyer review before submission
Lawyer consultations on Guided and Complete plans
Full preparation and lodgement with the Department

Meet your legal team

Your application follows a process designed and maintained by immigration lawyers for accuracy and compliance.
Antonious Nehme
Antonious Nehme
Immigration Lawyer
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Tern Visa Pty Ltd is an independent company and is not affiliated with the Australian Department of Home Affairs. We do not issue visas; visas are issued by the Department of Home Affairs. General information on this website is not legal advice. Where you use our application flow, immigration assistance (including personalised advice) is provided by an Australian legal practitioner in connection with legal practice and is delivered through the Tern platform. The practitioner's details are shown in the application flow.

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