Australian Department of Home Affairs outlines clear evidence requirements for demonstrating Proficient English when applying for certain visa subclasses. Here’s what you need to know:
Key Approved Tests & Minimum Scores (on or after 7 August 2025)
To qualify, your test must be taken within three years prior to your visa application, and you must meet the component minimum:
| Test | Listening | Reading | Writing | Speaking |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge C1 Advanced | 175 | 179 | 193 | 194 |
| CELPIP General | 9 | 8 | 10 | 8 |
| IELTS Academic (OSR accepted) | 7 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
| MET (with SSR accepted) | 61 | 63 | 74 | 59 |
| OET (Health professionals only) | 350 | 360 | 380 | 360 |
| LANGUAGECERT Academic | 67 | 71 | 78 | 82 |
| PTE Academic (new format) | 58 | 59 | 69 | 76 |
| TOEFL iBT (approved post-4 May 2024) | 22 | 22 | 26 | 24 |
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If your test was taken before 6 August 2025, slightly different thresholds applied:
Cambridge C1 Advanced (paper-based, Feb 2024–Aug 2025): 185 in each component
IELTS Academic/General Training (OSR accepted from Dec 2022): 7 in each component
OET (letter grades before Aug 2025): Grade B across all skills
PTE Academic (old version): 65 in each component
TOEFL iBT (before Aug 2025 approval reinstatement): varied thresholds (e.g. 24 listening, 27 writing)
You may use tests taken on or before 6 August 2025 as valid evidence up to 6 August 2028, subject to your visa conditions.
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About newly introduced tests – CELPIP & MET
CELPIP
CELPIP is now one of the Department of Home Affairs’ accepted English proficiency tests for Australian PR visa applications. Recognized for its practical, everyday English assessment, CELPIP has become a preferred choice for many visa applicants.
The CELPIP-General test measures all four language skills. listening, reading, writing, and speaking in one sitting. Its fully computer-delivered format and quick results make CELPIP a convenient option for candidates.
Michigan English Test (MET)
The Michigan English Test (MET) is another newly accepted test by the Department of Home Affairs for Australian visas. MET evaluates all core language skills, offering a modern, flexible, and reliable assessment. With both paper based and digital supervised formats, MET caters to different candidate preferences.
Its growing global recognition makes MET a strong alternative to more traditional English tests.
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Important Note: Test Delivery Mode Matters
Online, at-home, or remote-proctored tests are not accepted. Examples include:
CELPIP Online
IELTS Online
LANGUAGECERT Academic Online
MET Digital (at-home)
OET@Home
TOEFL iBT – Home Edition
If you’ve taken one of these, you’ll need to sit a supervised, in-person test for visa purposes.
Frequently Asked Questions
How recent must my test be?
Your test should be taken within the 3 years prior to your PR/Work visa application.
Can I use an at-home IELTS test?
No. Remote-proctored tests like IELTS Online are not accepted.
What if I took the old PTE before August 2025?
Old PTE scores (with at least 65 in each skill) remain valid up to 6 August 2028, depending on your visa.
Do doctors and nurses need OET scores?
Yes. Any health professionals often use OET. Since 7 August 2025, it has numeric rather than alphabetical scores (e.g., 350 to 380).
Where can I get support in preparing for these tests?
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