Australian skilled visa applicants generally must demonstrate their proficiency by completing the IELTS General Training examination. The typical required test scores for different language proficiency levels follow this pattern:
Competent English: 6.0 in every band which includes Listening Reading Writing and Speaking
Some job categories together with state nominee programs need scores that exceed the minimum standard. Healthcare professionals can submit the Occupational English Test (OET) as an alternative to PTE Academic and TOEFL iBT. The test must be administered by an official testing organization and remain valid during the visa application period.