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Australia & Canada PR specialists · Since 2016

Your permanent future, engineered with precision.

A specialist migration consultancy focused exclusively on Permanent Residency pathways to Australia and Canada for engineers, IT professionals, healthcare workers, accountants, teachers, tradespeople and managers.

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Free initial assessment for skilled professionals. No study visas, job placements or unrealistic guarantees.

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PR in 2026 · Verified Intelligence

Key Facts for Australia & Canada PR

Real figures, official planning levels, and mandatory fee schedules for the 2026–27 program year.

Australia PR (2026–27)

Planning Year 2026–27

185,000

Permanent Migration Program places, 2026–27

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

132,240

Skill stream places (~71% of the program)

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

35,500

State/Territory Nominated (190) places, up from 33,000

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

Minimum points to lodge an EOI (189/190/491)

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

AUD 6,135

Subclass 189 primary-applicant fee from 1 Jul 2026 (+AUD 3,070 per adult, +AUD 1,540 per child)

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

Program Analysis: 2026–27 settings favour applicants already in Australia and employer-sponsored routes; regional (491) places were cut. Offshore candidates should plan for state nomination and higher points.

Subclass 189:21,090

Subclass 491:14,110

Employer-Sponsored:58,040

Canada PR (2026)

Levels Plan 2026

380,000

Permanent resident target, 2026

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

109,000

Federal High Skilled (Express Entry) admissions, 2026

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

91,500

Provincial Nominee admissions, 2026 (up from 55,000)

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

+600

CRS points from an enhanced provincial nomination

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

CAD 1,590

Government fee per adult (CAD 270 per child), from 30 Apr 2026

Source · verified 13 Oct 2026

Program Analysis: No job offer needed for Express Entry. Proof of funds from CAD 15,263 for a single applicant (FSWP/FSTP).

Federal High Skilled:109,000 places

PNP Total:91,500 places

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What Changed in 2026 — Policy Timeline

Newest regulatory adjustments first · Click chip to review details

1 Jul 2026Australia skilled visa fees up ~25% (189: AUD 6,135)May 2026Australia 2026–27 program: 185,000 places, 190 up to 35,500 26 Jun 2026Ontario PNP redesigned (Workforce Priority Stream)30 Apr 2026Canada PR fees up (CAD 1,590 per adult)18 Feb 2026Canada adds new Express Entry categories (physicians, researchers, senior managers, transport, military)1 Jan 2026Canada Start-up Visa closed to new applicants

Two destinations · One specialist

Choose your destination. We map the rest.

Both Australia and Canada reward evidenced skilled credentials. Select your target country to explore legal pathways, subclasses and points rules.

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AUAustralia PR

Points-tested General Skilled Migration (GSM) — direct Permanent Residency for in-demand occupations across healthcare, engineering, IT, accounting, trades and education.

Subclass 189Subclass 190Subclass 49126 Authorities

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CACanada PR

Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs (PNP) — a merit-based federal skilled migration system ranking candidates through the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS).

Express EntryFSW · CEC · FSTPProvincial NomineesCategory draws: Healthcare, STEM, Trades, Education, French +

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Practice standards

Verified credentials. Honest advisory.

We build migration cases on verifiable criteria, documented statutory standards, and direct alignment with evaluating bodies.

Established Since 2016

A decade of focused Australia & Canada PR advisory — nothing else.

Singular Focus

We don't dilute expertise across tourist, student or business visa categories.

Strategic Profile Assessment

Occupation mapping against ANZSCO / NOC codes before any commitment is made.

Skills Assessment Expertise

Guidance across VETASSESS, ACS, Engineers Australia, ANMAC, CPA Australia, TRA, APC, AITSL, AASW & AIQS.

Transparent Process

Clear timelines, fee structures and documentation checklists — no hidden charges.

Dedicated Case Coordination

A named consultant manages your file from first assessment to PR grant.

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Strategic comparison

Canada versus Australia Permanent Residency.

Both countries operate merit-based skilled immigration systems. Compare key structural differences across points scoring, age caps, assessments, and nomination options.

Factor	🇦🇺 Australia PR	🇨🇦 Canada PR
Primary system	Points-tested (GSM): 189 / 190 / 491	CRS-ranked: Express Entry + PNP
Minimum to qualify	65 points + positive skills assessment + competent English	FSWP: 67/100 grid + ECA + CLB 7; then ranked by CRS
Job offer required?	Not mandatory for points-tested visas	Not mandatory (0 CRS points; exempts proof of funds & assists select PNPs)
Skills assessment / ECA	Mandatory via designated body (ACS, VETASSESS, Engineers Australia, etc.)	ECA required for foreign credentials (WES, IQAS, etc.)
Language tests	IELTS, PTE Academic, TOEFL iBT, etc. (// TODO VERIFY accepted list)	IELTS General, CELPIP-G, PTE Core, TEF/TCF
Proof of funds	Not required for 189/190	CAD 15,263 (single) for FSWP/FSTP; CEC exempt
Age cap	Generally under 45 at invitation	No hard cap; points decline after 30
Regional pathway	Subclass 491 → 191 (PR)	PNPs (11 programs), Atlantic Immigration Program, Rural & Francophone Community pilots (RCIP/FCIP)
Typical govt. fee (primary)	AUD 6,135 (189) · AUD 6,140 (190/491), primary applicant, from 1 Jul 2026	CAD 1,590 (Processing CAD 990 + RPRF CAD 600, from 30 Apr 2026)
Family fee example	AUD 6,135 + 3,070 (spouse) = AUD 9,205 (189)	CAD 1,590 × 2 = CAD 3,180 (couple)
2026 headline	185,000 places; onshore and employer focus	380,000 PRs; PNP target up to 91,500
Path to citizenship	4 years lawful residence with 12 months as PR (// TODO VERIFY on Home Affairs)	1,095 days physical presence in Canada within 5 years

Last verified: 13 Oct 2026. Official sources: Australian Department of Home Affairs · Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC)

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Targeted occupations

Occupation-specific PR pathways.

Skilled migration outcomes depend fundamentally on selecting the correct ANZSCO or NOC code and aligning with evaluating bodies. Explore pathways tailored to your professional discipline.

High Demand

IT & Software Professionals

Full stack, backend, cloud architects, cybersecurity and systems analysts. Strategic opportunities through Australian state priority lists and Canadian category-based STEM draws.

🇦🇺 Australia: Australian Computer Society (ACS)

🇨🇦 Canada: Express Entry STEM category & provincial streams (e.g. Alberta Accelerated Tech pathway)

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Core GSM

Engineers (Civil, Mech, Electrical, Mining)

Professional engineers with degree qualifications. Direct recognition via Washington Accord or Career Episode Reports (CDR). Eligible for Category-based STEM selection in Canada.

🇦🇺 Australia: Engineers Australia (EA — CDR / Washington Accord)

🇨🇦 Canada: Federal Skilled Worker & Provincial Engineering Streams (Alberta, Saskatchewan)

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Priority Stream

Healthcare & Medical Professionals

Registered nurses, physiotherapists, radiologists, lab technologists, and social workers. Priority 1 processing under Ministerial Direction 122 (in force 19 Sep 2026) in Australia, and dedicated category-based draws in Canada.

🇦🇺 Australia: ANMAC (Nurses) · APC (Physiotherapists) · MBA/AMC (Doctors) [AHPRA Registration]

🇨🇦 Canada: Express Entry Healthcare Category & Provincial Nominee Healthcare Streams (Physicians with Canadian experience now a separate category)

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Points Tested

Accountants & Financial Auditors

General accountants, management accountants, and external auditors. Requires strict syllabus mapping against 7–9 mandatory core knowledge areas and English proficiency.

🇦🇺 Australia: CPA Australia · CA ANZ · IPA

🇨🇦 Canada: Federal Skilled Worker & employer-driven PNP streams

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State Priority

Teachers & Early Childhood Educators

Early childhood, primary, and secondary school educators. Requires 4 years of higher education including 45+ days of supervised teaching practice.

🇦🇺 Australia: AITSL / ACECQA (AITSL for Teachers, ACECQA for Early Childhood)

🇨🇦 Canada: Express Entry Education / Provincial Nomination Streams

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Subclass 491 / FSTP

Skilled Trades & Technical Specialists

Certified chefs, cooks, electricians, carpenters, and diesel mechanics. Highly favorable regional sponsorship options in Australia and dedicated category-based draws in Canada.

🇦🇺 Australia: Trades Recognition Australia (TRA — Migration Skills Assessment)

🇨🇦 Canada: Federal Skilled Trades Program (FSTP) & Category-based Trades Draws

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Self-assessment tools

Calculate your points score in minutes.

Get an indicative score estimation under verified government rules before submitting your profile for formal review.

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AU Australia PR Points Calculator

Calculate your estimated points for Australia skilled migration.

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CA Canada CRS Points Calculator

Calculate your estimated Express Entry CRS score out of 1,200.

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Rules verified against official criteria. Scores are indicative and do not represent a government invitation guarantee.

Step-by-step roadmap

A structured, five-stage migration approach.

From initial qualification assessment to the final visa grant, every stage follows a strict documentation and compliance protocol.

Stage 01

Discovery

Free eligibility assessment with an indicative points / CRS calculation against current criteria.

Casework documentation

Documented case studies from our practice.

Representative case profiles illustrating profile diagnosis, skills assessment coordination, and points optimization.

AUSubclass 189Casework completed 2024–2025

Software Engineer · IT Pathway

Software Engineer (ANZSCO 261313)

Initial Challenge: Applicant held an overseas degree with mixed curriculum. Needed precise ACS qualification mapping and score optimization to cross competitive invitation cutoffs.

Strategy: Structured documentation for ACS skills assessment with verified statutory declarations. Advised targeted English preparation to secure Superior English (PTE 79+), lifting overall score to 85 points.

Milestone Timeline:

✓ Month 2: Positive ACS skills assessment received
✓ Month 3: Superior English achieved (20 points claimed)
✓ Month 4: SkillSelect EOI submitted at 85 points
✓ Month 8: Home Affairs invitation to apply received

Outcome: Subclass 189 Permanent Residency Visa Granted

AUSubclass 190Casework completed 2024–2025

Registered Nurse · Healthcare Pathway

Registered Nurse — Medical/Surgical (ANZSCO 254418)

Initial Challenge: Coordinating dual-track requirements: professional registration with AHPRA alongside migration skills assessment through ANMAC without losing critical timeline validity.

Strategy: Sequenced AHPRA registration followed by ANMAC Modified Skills Assessment while preparing state nomination evidence for New South Wales priority healthcare stream.

Milestone Timeline:

✓ Month 3: AHPRA registration approved and ANMAC Modified Skills Assessment issued
✓ Month 4: NSW State Nomination ROI lodged with 75 points
✓ Month 6: NSW state nomination approved (+5 points)
✓ Month 11: Visa granted for primary applicant and spouse

Outcome: Subclass 190 PR Visa Granted

CAExpress Entry · PNPCasework completed 2024–2025

Mechanical Engineer · Provincial Nomination

Mechanical Engineer (NOC 21301 / TEER 1)

Initial Challenge: Direct federal CRS was 442, below general all-program cutoffs. Needed a high-probability provincial pathway aligned with engineering experience.

Strategy: Completed WES Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) for Master's equivalency. Targeted Saskatchewan International Skilled Worker stream (OID/Express Entry sub-category) matching in-demand NOC codes.

Milestone Timeline:

✓ Month 2: Positive WES Master's degree equivalency
✓ Month 3: Express Entry profile created with CLB 9 language scores
✓ Month 5: SINP provincial nomination secured (+600 CRS points)
✓ Month 6: IRCC Invitation to Apply (ITA) issued at 1,048 CRS points

Outcome: Confirmation of Permanent Residence (COPR) Issued

* Anonymized profiles illustrative of past casework. Individual outcomes depend on occupation demand, applicant documentation, and decisions made by immigration departments.

Leadership & Accountability

The migration practitioners behind your file.

MovesEdu files are managed by named consultants adhering to professional compliance and strict evidence standards.

Vishal Bhamotra

Founder & Director

Migration advisory since 2016

"A client deserves the truth about their eligibility before they spend a rupee. That principle built this firm."

Expertise: Australia GSM strategy, Canada Express Entry, practice standards

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Frequently asked

Questions, answered honestly.

We provide factual legal guidance based on current Department of Home Affairs and IRCC regulations. No misleading promises.

It depends directly on your occupation, age, English proficiency, and settlement funds. Australia requires 65+ points and an upfront positive skills assessment with priority given to candidates already onshore and employer sponsorship; Canada ranks you via the Comprehensive Ranking System (CRS) where provincial nominations (PNPs) can add 600 points, and category-based draws target STEM, healthcare, and trades with lower score thresholds.

For Australia, the Subclass 189 primary applicant visa fee is AUD 6,135 (effective 1 July 2026), plus AUD 3,070 per accompanying adult. For Canada, the primary applicant government fee is CAD 1,590 (CAD 990 processing fee plus CAD 600 Right of Permanent Residence Fee, effective 30 April 2026), with dependent children costing CAD 270 (RPRF exempt).

No. General skilled pathways in Australia (Subclass 189 and 190) and federal Express Entry in Canada (FSWP and CEC) do not require a job offer to qualify. However, a job offer is mandatory for certain employer-sponsored pathways, specific Canadian provincial nominee streams, and the Rural Community Immigration Pilot (RCIP).

Australia enforces a strict statutory age cap: you must be under 45 years of age at the time you receive your visa invitation. Canada has no hard maximum age limit for Express Entry, but maximum age points are awarded between 20–29 years and decline sharply after age 30.

MovesEdu operates as a private migration advisory firm providing guidance, documentation support and case management. We are not a government body; all final decisions rest with Australian and Canadian immigration authorities.

No migration outcome can be guaranteed by any consultancy. MovesEdu focuses on maximising eligibility through accurate assessment, strategic planning and precise documentation.

MovesEdu works exclusively with Australia and Canada Permanent Residency pathways — no tourist, student or business visa categories.

Timelines vary by pathway, occupation demand and individual profile — typically ranging from 6 to 12 months for Canadian Express Entry and 12 to 24+ months for Australian points-tested and provincial routes.

Free eligibility assessment

Check your Australia or Canada PR eligibility.

Our migration consultants evaluate your qualifications, skilled employment, age, and language test results against current selection cutoffs. Free of charge with zero obligation.

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Legal and Regulatory Disclosure:

MovesEdu Immigration Pvt. Ltd. is an independent, private migration advisory firm. We are not affiliated with the Australian Department of Home Affairs, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), or any government department. We do not provide tourist visas, study visas, investor visas, or job recruitment placements.

No consultancy or individual can guarantee a visa approval, invitation to apply (ITA), or specific processing timeframe. Final decisions remain subject solely to the evaluating assessing authorities and government immigration officers under applicable laws.