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Australia, New Zealand and Europe

Three very different systems. The same profile that struggles in one can qualify comfortably in another — knowing which door to knock on is most of the work.

Which Destination Suits Me?
AU

Australia

The world's most established points-based migration programme

Australia runs one of the most transparent immigration systems anywhere — published points tests, occupation lists and invitation rounds. That transparency is an advantage only if you read it correctly, which is where most self-lodged applications come undone.

  • Skilled migration & permanent residence
  • Study
  • Work & employer sponsored
  • Family & partner
  • Visit & business
Explore Australia

Key numbers

185,000
Permanent places per year

Migration Program planning level

65
Minimum points

Competitive scores run far higher

44
Max age for skilled PR

At time of invitation

2 – 3 yrs
Post-study work rights

Subclass 485

NZ

New Zealand

The fastest skilled route to residence in the region

New Zealand replaced its old points scramble with something rarer: a published list of occupations that lead straight to residence. If your role is on the Green List, the path is unusually short and unusually clear.

  • Residence
  • Work
  • Study
  • Family & visit
Explore New Zealand

Key numbers

80+
Green List occupations

Tier 1 and Tier 2 combined

6
SMC points required

Six-point skilled migrant system

55
Max age for residence

Higher than Australia

Up to 3 yrs
Post-study work

Eligible qualifications

EU

Europe

Twenty-nine countries, one continent of options

Europe is not one immigration system but dozens, and the gap between them is the opportunity. The same profile that struggles in one member state can qualify comfortably in another — the skill is knowing which door to knock on.

  • Short stay & visit
  • Study
  • Work & skilled routes
  • Business & residence
  • Family
Explore Europe

Key numbers

29
Schengen countries

One visa, free movement

25+
Blue Card states

EU-wide skilled route

90 / 180
Short-stay allowance

Days in any 180-day period

5 yrs
Long-term residence

EU-wide standard

Which one is right for you?

A quick comparison of the factors that most often decide it.

Comparison of Australia, New Zealand and Europe migration factors
FactorAustraliaNew ZealandEurope
Job offer needed for PRNoUsually yesUsually yes
Maximum age4455No fixed limit
Points testedYes — 100-point testYes — six-point testMostly no
Study tuitionAUD 28k – 55kNZD 24k – 45kEUR 0 – 10k
Post-study work2 – 3 yearsUp to 3 yearsVaries (up to 18 mths)
Time to permanence12 – 24 months0 – 24 months5 years

Indicative comparison for orientation only. Requirements change — confirm current settings before planning around any figure.

Still weighing up destinations?

Tell us your qualification, experience and budget, and we will tell you which of the three gives you the best odds — even if the answer is not the one you expected.

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