# Why Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) applications from India get refused

The grounds on which the Skilled Independent visa is refused for Indian applicants, and what to do after a refusal.

Source: https://australiavisahub.com/visas/skilled-independent-189/refusal-reasons · Updated 2026-10-08 · Australia Visa Hub, a brand of Pro Lifeset Overseas Private Limited, Patiala, India. WhatsApp +91 91155 80911, Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM IST.

- Claimed points not supported by evidence at application stage (employment years are the usual problem)
- Skills assessment or English result expired before invitation
- Health or character issues, or inconsistent information between the EOI and the application

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