Do I need an apostille for Australian immigration from Turkey?

Yes. Australia is a member of the Hague Apostille Convention. Turkish documents submitted for Australian immigration must be apostilled and accompanied by certified English translations.

Which skills assessment body do I use for Australia?

It depends on your occupation. Engineers use Engineers Australia, IT professionals use ACS, accountants use CPA Australia or CA ANZ, health professionals use AHPRA, and most other occupations use VETASSESS. Each body requires apostilled degree and transcript with certified English translation.

How many points do I need for Australian skilled migration?

The minimum points threshold for a Skilled Independent (subclass 189) visa is 65 points. However, invitation cutoffs are typically higher — often 80-90+ points depending on the occupation and draw. Points are based on age, English level, education, work experience and other factors.

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Australia Immigration Documents — Guide for Turkish Applicants

Updated April 2025

Australia's SkillSelect system is points-based and occupation-driven. Before you can even enter the pool, you need a positive skills assessment from the relevant Australian body — and that body will require your Turkish qualifications translated and apostilled. This guide covers everything Turkish applicants need to prepare.

Visa subclasses overview

Subclass	Name	Who it's for
189	Skilled Independent	No sponsorship needed, highest points
190	Skilled Nominated	State/territory nominated
491	Skilled Work Regional	Regional state/territory nominated
482	Temporary Skill Shortage	Employer sponsored
186	Employer Nomination Scheme	Permanent employer sponsored

Document checklist

Document	Translation	Apostille
Passport	English certified	—
University degree	English certified	Yes
Transcript	English certified	Yes
Work experience letters	English certified	—
Police clearance (PCC)	English certified	Yes
Marriage certificate	English certified	Yes
Birth certificates (children)	English certified	Yes
English test (IELTS/PTE)	—	—

Skills assessment by occupation

Occupation	Assessment body	Timeline
Engineering	Engineers Australia	3-6 months
IT / Software	ACS	2-3 months
Accounting / Finance	CPA Australia / CA ANZ	2-4 months
Health professions	AHPRA	3-6 months
Most other occupations	VETASSESS	3-5 months

All assessment bodies require apostilled degree and transcript with certified English translation.

Points test — quick overview

Age 25-32 30 points

Superior English (IELTS 8+) 20 points

PhD from Australian institution 10 points

Overseas work experience 8-10 yrs 15 points

State nomination (subclass 190) +5 points

Australian study requirement 5 points

Prepare your Australia immigration documents

Degree, transcript and police clearance with certified English translations and apostilles — ready for VETASSESS, Engineers Australia or ACS.

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