Australia Sets English Test Requirements for Visa Subclass 192

Australia's Department of Home Affairs has published the minimum English language test scores required for applicants seeking the Pacific Engagement Visa (subclass 192). This visa permits citizens from Pacific island countries and Timor-Leste to live and work in Australia permanently, contingent upon being selected through a ballot prior to submitting a visa application.

The department has specified minimum scores for five recognized English language tests. Applicants must achieve at least 5.0 in both listening and speaking components of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS).

For the Occupational English Test (OET), a minimum grade of 'B' is required in the same sections. The Test of English as a Foreign Language internet-based Test (TOEFL iBT) requires at least 4 for listening and 14 for speaking.

The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic) mandates a score of at least 36 in each of the listening and speaking sections, while the Cambridge C1 Advanced test requires a minimum score of 154 in both components. Test results must be obtained within three years before the visa application submission or decision date.