Types of Visa Providing Permanent Residency in Australia for Individuals
Skilled Independent Visa
For skilled workers invited to live and work permanently in Australia without employer sponsorship.
Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
Who is it for?
This visa is for highly skilled workers who are invited to apply based on their qualifications, skills, and experience. It does not require employer sponsorship or a state/territory nomination.
How does it work?
Applicants must submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and be invited to apply based on points.
What does it provide?
Grants permanent residency, allowing you to live and work in Australia indefinitely with access to Medicare and other benefits.
Skilled Nominated Visa
For skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory to live and work permanently.
Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
Who is it for?
This visa is for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government in Australia based on labor market needs.
How does it work?
After submitting an EOI, applicants may receive a nomination from a state or territory, which gives extra points toward their visa application.
What does it provide?
Grants permanent residency and allows you to live and work in Australia, with certain obligations to live and work in the nominating state or territory for at least two years.
Employer Nomination Scheme
For skilled workers sponsored by an Australian employer to live and work permanently.
Employer Nomination Scheme (Subclass 186)
Who is it for?
This visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by an approved Australian employer and meet certain skills and experience requirements.
How does it work?
Applicants must be sponsored by their employer and fulfill criteria based on work experience, qualifications, and age. The visa has several streams, including Temporary Residence Transition and Direct Entry.
What does it provide?
Grants permanent residency with the ability to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely, along with healthcare and other benefits.
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme
For workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia to live and work permanently.
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187)
Who is it for?
This visa is for skilled workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia, where labor shortages are common.
How does it work?
Like Subclass 186, applicants must be sponsored by an approved regional employer and meet eligibility criteria, including skills assessments.
What does it provide?
Grants permanent residency with an obligation to live and work in a designated regional area of Australia for a set period.
Skilled Work Regional Visa
For skilled workers nominated to live and work in regional Australia on a pathway to permanent residency.
Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491)
Who is it for?
This visa is designed for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory or sponsored by a family member living in regional Australia.
How does it work?
Applicants submit an EOI, and after being invited or sponsored, they receive a temporary visa that may lead to permanent residency (Subclass 191) after living and working in a regional area for at least three years.
What does it provide?
Grants temporary residency with the opportunity to apply for permanent residency after fulfilling specific work and residency requirements in regional areas.
Application Process for Permanent Residency
Your free consultation
During your consultation we will assess your eligibility for permanent residency.
Review & recommendations
We will review your information and look at all possible visa pathways for your situation. Common options include skilled visas, family visas, and business visas.
Collect your documents
Collect all necessary documents, such as proof of identity, skills assessments, work experience letters, and health examination results.
Lodge your visa application
We will review your documents ensuring all documents meet the requirements and lodge your application for you.
Attend health and character checks
We will let you know if you need to undergo a medical examination and provide police clearance certificates to demonstrate that you meet health and character requirements.
Wait for visa processing
We will keep you up to date on the progress of you application and assist with providing any additional documentation required.
Receive your visa outcome
If approved, you will be granted permanent residency, allowing you to live and work in Australia indefinitely.
Fulfill residency obligations
After obtaining your permanent residency, make sure to fulfill any conditions or residency obligations associated with your visa to maintain your status.