The Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic is required for Australian permanent residency (PR).
The Australian government requires a certain level of English proficiency for skilled migration. The PTE Academic is one of the accepted English language tests for this purpose.
The required PTE Academic score depends on your nominated occupation and visa subclass. You can find specific score requirements on the Department of Home Affairs website.
The PTE Academic assesses your English skills in four areas:
* **Reading:** Understanding written texts.
* **Writing:** Producing written texts.
* **Listening:** Understanding spoken English.
* **Speaking:** Producing spoken English.You can take the PTE Academic at a test center or online. The test is computer-based and takes about 3 hours to complete.
Make sure you prepare well for the test by practicing your English skills and familiarizing yourself with the test format.
