Thinking about applying for Australian PR while living overseas? In this episode, I talk to a friend who successfully secured Australian Permanent Residency (PR) through the Skilled Migration Program — while living outside Australia. This is your complete beginner-friendly step-by-step guide, with all the official links, tools, and personal insights you need to get started.Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave your thoughts in the comments. Let us know what country or story you’d like to hear next.Host: Nilanga VirajithGuest: Anushka Senarathna✅ Step-by-Step Process1. Check If You’re Eligible – Calculate Your PointsAustralia uses a points-based system for skilled migration. You need at least 65 points to be eligible. Points are awarded for:- Age- English proficiency- Skilled employment- Educational qualifications- Partner’s qualifications- State/Regional nominationLink: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/help-support/tools/points-calculator 2. Check if Your Occupation is on the Skilled Occupation ListConfirm whether your job is eligible for skilled migration and note your ANZSCO code and assessing authority.Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list3. Find the Correct Skills Assessing AuthorityEach eligible occupation has a specific assessing body to evaluate your qualifications and experience.Link: https://www.dewr.gov.au/assessing-authority-policy-and-assurance/assessing-authorities 4. Check EOI Invitation Trends (Points & Frequency)Review recent invitation rounds for your occupation to understand competitiveness and minimum points required.Link: https://api.dynamic.reports.employment.gov.au/anonap/extensions/hSKLS02_SkillSelect_EOI_Data/hSKLS02_SkillSelect_EOI_Data.html 5. Read the Skill Assessment GuidelinesVisit the website of your assessing authority and review the detailed guidelines.Examples:- Engineers Australia: https://www.engineersaustralia.org.au - ACS (IT): https://www.acs.org.au - AHPRA (Healthcare): https://www.ahpra.gov.au - TRA (Trades): https://www.tradesrecognitionaustralia.gov.au 6. Take an Approved English Language TestAccepted English tests include:- IELTS: https://ielts.com.au - PTE Academic: https://www.pearsonpte.com - TOEFL iBT: https://www.ets.org/toefl - OET (Healthcare): https://www.occupationalenglishtest.org - Cambridge C1 Advanced: https://www.cambridgeenglish.org/exams-and-tests/advanced/ 7. Practice for English TestsRecommended preparation tools:- APEUni: https://www.apeuni.com 8. Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelectAfter receiving your skill assessment and English test results, submit your EOI online.Link: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skillselect/expression-of-interest 9. Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)If your points are competitive, you’ll receive an invitation to apply for PR.10. Submit Visa ApplicationPrepare documents like police clearance and health exams. Submit your application online.Link: https://online.immi.gov.au/lusc/login 11. Receive PR Grant & Make Initial EntryOnce your visa is granted, make your first entry to Australia within the specified timeframe to activate your PR.Follow us on:Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beyond-borders/id1829070342Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7MaDiIre0WOig196CrcpLX?si=z7FRGocFR_6ZryUbQFSJVATikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@beyond.borders.slInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/beyond.borders.slFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/beyondborders.podcast.slFollow Nilanga on:Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nilanga.virajithFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/nilanga.virajithTwitter - https://x.com/nilangaVLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/nilangav#AustralianSkilledMigration #AustraliaPR #MigratetoAustralia #SkilledMigration #AustraliaVisa #EOIAustralia #PTEPractice #IELTSAustralia #sinhalapodcast #nilanga