Top 3 Strategies If Your EOI Points Are Below 70 [2025–2026 Guide]

TL;DR: Yes, PR is still viable with under 70 points—boost your score via state nomination (5–15 extra points), superior English (20 points), or NovenAI’s Visa Success Predictor to target overlooked pathways.

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Discover how to secure Australian PR with under 70 points in 2025–2026 using state nominations, English upgrades, and AI-optimised strategies—plus free tools to fast-track your visa.

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Can I Get PR with Less Than 70 Points in 2025?

Yes, but you’ll need strategic adjustments. While 65 points is the minimum for SkillSelect submissions, most General Skilled Migration (GSM) visas require 80+ for timely invitations. According to the Department of Home Affairs’ Skilled Visa page{:target=“_blank”}, these three approaches work:

• State nomination (190 visa): Adds 5–15 points (e.g., Victoria prioritizes healthcare workers).
• Proficient/Superior English: Upgrades from “competent” (0 points) to “superior” (20 points).
• Occupation targeting: Some roles (like aged care nurses) get invites at 65 points.

Pro Tip: NovenAI’s Visa Success Predictor{:target=“_blank”} analyzes 12,000+ past invitations to pinpoint low-competition pathways.

Will Better English Scores Make a Difference?

Absolutely. Upgrading from IELTS 6.0 (“competent”) to 8.0 (“superior”) adds 20 points—enough to jump from 65 to 85.

• PTE/IELTS: “Superior” requires PTE 79+ or IELTS 8.0 per Home Affairs English criteria{:target=“_blank”}.
• Free Prep: NovenAI’s English Level Guide{:target=“_blank”} matches tests to your strengths.

Example: An accountant with 65 points + superior English (20) hits 85—above the 2024–25 cutoff of 80.

Conclusion: Act Fast Before Policies Shift

Australia’s points system rewards flexibility. Use state pathways, language boosts, and AI-driven insights (like NovenAI’s 24/7 policy alerts) to stay ahead.

Next Step: Get your personalized PR plan{:target=“_blank”} in 5 minutes—free.