The Australian General Skilled Migration (GSM) program allows skilled workers
to live and work in Australia permanently or temporarily. It includes the following
visa subclasses:

1. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189):
   ◦ Permanent visa with no sponsorship required.
   ◦ Points-based and suited for skilled workers with occupations on the
   Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL). 2. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190):
   ◦ Permanent visa requiring nomination by an Australian state or territory.
   ◦ Applicants must have an occupation on the relevant state/territory
   skills list and meet nomination requirements.
2. Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491):
   ◦ Temporary visa (5 years) for skilled workers sponsored by a state/
   territory or eligible relative in a designated regional area.
   ◦ Provides a pathway to permanent residency via the Subclass 191 visa
   after meeting work and residency requirements.
   All three visas are points-tested, and applicants must meet minimum points
   thresholds based on factors like age, skills, English proficiency, work experience, and
   education. Skills assessments and health/character checks are also mandatory.