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- Subclass 500
- Skilled migration
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- Proficient (+10 pts)
- IELTS 7 each
- Superior (+20 pts)
- IELTS 8 each
IELTS for Australian skilled migration
The points-tested skilled visa framework uses Competent, Proficient and Superior English. The table shows IELTS thresholds and English-language points; other visa criteria still apply.
| English level | IELTS requirement | Points |
|---|---|---|
| Competent English | 6.0 in each skill | 0 English-language points |
| Proficient English | 7.0 in each skill | +10 points |
| Superior English | 8.0 in each skill | +20 points |
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Practice IELTS Academic →IELTS for the student visa (subclass 500)
When English-test evidence is required for subclass 500, the table below gives overall IELTS Academic or General Training minimums for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025.
| Student visa course arrangement | IELTS overall minimum |
|---|---|
| Standard requirement | 6.0 |
| At least 10 weeks of accompanying ELICOS, a standard/extended foundation program, or an eligible pathway program | 5.5 |
| At least 20 weeks of accompanying ELICOS | 5.0 |
Check Home Affairs for exemptions, eligible course arrangements, test validity and rules for tests taken before 7 August 2025. Your education provider sets admission requirements separately and may require a different test or higher scores.
Frequently asked questions
What IELTS score do I need for Australia PR?+
IELTS 6 in each skill meets the test threshold for Competent English. In the points-tested framework, IELTS 7 each earns 10 English-language points and IELTS 8 each earns 20. Other visa criteria apply; these scores do not guarantee eligibility or an invitation.
What IELTS score is needed for an Australian student visa?+
For tests from 7 August 2025, IELTS requires 6.0 overall; 5.5 with qualifying 10-week ELICOS, foundation or eligible pathway arrangements; or 5.0 with qualifying 20-week ELICOS. Check evidence exemptions and course admission requirements separately.
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Reviewed 18 October 2026. This guide helps you plan test preparation; check the current rules for your own program.
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