Australia is an extremely popular destination for
highly skilled young people wishing to start a new life in another country. The country's economy is strong and Australia
is actively encouraging the immigration of skilled migrants. Skilled migrants wishing to work in Australia will be assessed
on a points based system with points awarded for work experience, qualifications and language proficiency. Other ways of obtaining
immigration visas to Australia include the Australian Family Migration and Humanitarian Programs.
Australia's Migration
Program for 2007-2008 provides for up to 152,800 places, with 102,500 of those under skilled migration - such as the Australian
Skilled Independent visa.
