{"id":7020,"date":"2026-02-02T14:11:27","date_gmt":"2026-02-02T06:11:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sevenmigration.com.au\/?p=7020"},"modified":"2026-02-02T14:35:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-02T06:35:59","slug":"how-to-move-to-australia-from-europe-a-step-by-step-guide-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/enau\/how-to-move-to-australia-from-europe-a-step-by-step-guide-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Move to Australia from Europe: A Step-by-Step Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"7020\" class=\"elementor elementor-7020\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-4cbe4e99 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-eae-slider=\"1139\" data-id=\"4cbe4e99\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-46bc74d\" data-eae-slider=\"15364\" data-id=\"46bc74d\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7640645 elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"7640645\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"628\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-1024x628.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-image-7022\" alt=\"Europeans passportes ready to travel to Australia\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-1024x628.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-300x184.png 300w, https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-768x471.png 768w, https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-1536x942.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven-18x12.png 18w, https:\/\/www.sevenlawgroup.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/capa-blog-seven.png 1972w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1992bb7 elementor-widget__width-initial elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1992bb7\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #333399;\">Can I How to Move to Australia from Europe: A step-by-step Guide (2026)<\/span><\/h1>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t<div class=\"has_eae_slider elementor-element elementor-element-d2c388e e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-eae-slider=\"69293\" data-id=\"d2c388e\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46a1355 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"46a1355\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Moving to Australia from Europe is a dream for many professionals and families looking for lifestyle, safety and new opportunities. Whether you&#8217;re from the UK, Germany, France, Italy or another European country, understanding how the Australian migration system works is the first step to a successful journey.<\/p><p>Australia offers a range of visa options for skilled workers, graduates, families and investors. However, the process can be complex. Here\u2019s a simple, step-by-step overview to help you understand what it takes to move to Australia from Europe in 2026.<\/p><h4><strong style=\"color: #333399;\">1. Check If Your Occupation Is in Demand<\/strong><\/h4><p>Australia uses a skilled-based migration system. If your job is on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL), you might be eligible for permanent or provisional visas. These lists are updated frequently by the Department of Home Affairs based on labour market needs.<\/p><p>In 2025\u201326, high-demand occupations include:<\/p><ul><li>Registered nurses<\/li><li>Engineers (civil, mechanical, electrical)<\/li><li>ICT professionals<\/li><li>Early childhood educators<\/li><li>Aged care and disability support workers<\/li><li>Construction and trades (plumbers, electricians, carpenters)<\/li><\/ul><p>You can find the official list on the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/visas\/working-in-australia\/skill-occupation-list\">Australian Government\u2019s Skilled Occupation List page<\/a>.<\/p><h4><strong style=\"color: #333399;\">2. Understand the Main Visa Pathways<\/strong><\/h4><p>Here are the most common visas for Europeans planning to migrate permanently:<\/p><ul><li><strong>Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189):<\/strong> For highly skilled individuals without employer sponsorship or state nomination. Points-based.<\/li><li><strong>Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190):<\/strong> Requires state nomination. Some states have special programs for offshore candidates.<\/li><li><strong>Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491):<\/strong> Provisional visa for people willing to live and work in regional Australia. Leads to PR via subclass 191.<\/li><li><strong>Employer Sponsored visa (subclass 482, 186):<\/strong> If you already have a job offer or are transferred by your company.<\/li><li><strong>National Innovation Visa (subclass 858):<\/strong> For highly talented professionals in target sectors like tech, energy and health.<\/li><\/ul><p>For families, the <strong>Partner visa<\/strong> or <strong>Parent visa<\/strong> could also apply if you have an Australian relative or spouse.<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>3. Take a Points Test<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>For skilled visas, you must pass a points test. You earn points for:<\/p><ul><li>Age (more points if you\u2019re under 39)<\/li><li>English level (IELTS 7+ or equivalent)<\/li><li>Work experience (in and outside Australia)<\/li><li>Education<\/li><li>Partner skills or qualifications<\/li><li>State or regional nomination<\/li><\/ul><p>The minimum is 65 points, but most competitive invitations go to applicants with 85+ points.<\/p><p>Use the <a href=\"https:\/\/immi.homeaffairs.gov.au\/help-support\/tools\/points-calculator\">Home Affairs points calculator<\/a> to check your score.<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>4. Prepare Your English Test<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>To apply, you\u2019ll need to prove English proficiency. Tests accepted include IELTS, PTE Academic and TOEFL. A \u201ccompetent\u201d level is the minimum, but a \u201cproficient\u201d or \u201csuperior\u201d score gives you more points.<\/p><p>English requirements depend on the visa stream:<\/p><ul><li>Competent: IELTS 6.0 in each band<\/li><li>Proficient: IELTS 7.0 in each band<\/li><li>Superior: IELTS 8.0 in each band<\/li><\/ul><p>Some employer-sponsored visas require functional or vocational English.<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>5. Validate Your Qualifications<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>Most skilled visas require a positive <strong>skills assessment<\/strong> from an official authority (like Engineers Australia, AITSL or ANMAC). This validates your education and experience against Australian standards.<\/p><p>This step can take several months and should be started early.<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>6. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI)<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>After completing the steps above, you can submit your Expression of Interest via SkillSelect. This is not a visa application, but a registration that allows states, territories or employers to invite you.<\/p><p>You\u2019ll need:<\/p><ul><li>English test results<\/li><li>Skills assessment<\/li><li>Passport<\/li><li>Work and study history<\/li><\/ul><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>7. Receive an Invitation and Apply for the Visa<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>If your profile is strong and matches current demand, you may receive an invitation to apply for a visa. Once invited, you usually have 60 days to submit the application.<\/p><p>Processing times vary but are usually:<\/p><ul><li>6\u201324 months for subclass 189\/190\/491<\/li><li>3\u20135 months for employer-sponsored visas<\/li><li>Faster for National Innovation if eligible<\/li><\/ul><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>Why Europeans Are Choosing Australia in 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>According to the ABS, over 1.1 million Australians were born in Europe. The UK, Italy and Germany are among the top source countries. Europe remains a key contributor to Australia\u2019s skilled migration.<\/p><p>Recent changes have made it easier for offshore applicants to apply, especially under regional and state-nominated programs.<\/p><h4><span style=\"color: #333399;\"><strong>Ready to Make the Move?<\/strong><\/span><\/h4><p>Australia offers great lifestyle, work-life balance and strong career prospects. But the process is complex and competitive. If you\u2019re considering the move, getting expert advice early can make the difference.<\/p><p>If you\u2019re unsure which visa suits your profile, speak to one of our registered migration agents. We help applicants from all over Europe plan their next steps with clarity and confidence.<\/p><p>\u00a0<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Planning to move to Australia from Europe? 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