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There are multiple pathways to permanent residency in Australia. Here are a few common pathways:
Ideal for applicants who have sponsoring Australian partners.
Partner Visa allows the partner or spouse of an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen to live in Australia.
This visa lets the spouse/de facto partner (who resides outside Australia) of an Australian citizen, PR or eligible NZ citizen live in Australia temporarily.
Getting this visa is the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (subclass 100).
This visa lets the spouse/de facto partner (who resides in Australia) of an Australian citizen, PR or eligible NZ citizen live in Australia temporarily.
Getting this visa is the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (subclass 801).
This visa lets you come to Australia to marry your prospective spouse and then apply for permanent residency.
Getting this visa is the first step towards a permanent Partner visa (subclass 820/801).
Ideal for skilled migrants who can fill positions where no Australian workers are available
General Skilled Migration (GSM) is a points-based system for skilled migration, including visas such as the Subclass 189 (Independent), Subclass 190 (State Nomination), and Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional).
It is an independent points-tested visa designed for skilled workers. The visa:
This visa lets nominated skilled workers live and work in Australia as permanent residents.
This temporary visa allows skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia. 491 visa holders can transition to PR through the Subclass 191 visa.
This visa allows workers who hold an eligible 491/494 visa and meet an income requirement to live and work in Australia permanently.
Ideal for visa applicants with employers willing to sponsor them.
Employer-sponsored visas allow employers to sponsor skilled workers to fill positions that cannot be filled by the local workforce. These visas provide a pathway for skilled individuals to work and obtain permanent residency.
This visa lets skilled workers, who are nominated by their employer, live and work in Australia permanently. Applicants can apply for either:
1. Direct Entry Stream; where you have an occupation in the skills list, and at least 3 years of work experience.
2. Temporary Residence Transition Stream; where you hold a 457, TSS or related bridging visa, and have worked for your sponsoring employer full time for at least two years.
1. You can only work in designated regional area
2.You can apply for permanent residence after 3 years from the time your visa is granted.
Ideal for parents of eligible sponsors to migrate to Australia.
Permanent Parent visas lets a parents of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen move to Australia.
This permanent visa lets a parent of a settled Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident or eligible New Zealand citizen move to Australia.
All costs involved will be clearly stated in our agreement.
With 8+ years in the industry, we've already helped hundreds of applicants secure PR.
No two applications are the same, neither would their pathway process.
We understand that PR visas can be expensive, and offers flexible fee structure to support you
Yes, many permanent residency pathways allow family members to be included in the application. This often includes spouses and dependent children.
There are different visa subclasses that lead to PR, such as skilled migration visas, family visas, and employer-sponsored visas. The eligibility criteria depend on your individual circumstances.
We recommend that you book a call with us, so we can identify ideal pathways for you.
The Points Test is a system used to assess the eligibility of applicants based on factors like age, English language proficiency, skilled employment, and education.
You can check your points here.
Yes, some temporary visas allow individuals to transition to permanent residency. Examples include the subclass 457/482 (Temporary Skill Shortage) visa leading to the subclass 186 (Employer Nomination Scheme) visa.
PR is generally a permanent status, but the travel facility on the visa might have an expiry date. If you need to travel after this date, you may need to apply for a Resident Return Visa (RRV) to retain your PR status.
Yes, some skilled migration visas, like the subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) visa, do not require a job offer. However, meeting the Points Test criteria based on your skills, qualifications, and experience is essential.
Yes, Australian immigration recognises de facto relationships. You can include your de facto partner in your application, and you may need to provide evidence of your relationship.
Yes, it is possible to transition from a student visa to permanent residency through various pathways, such as employer-sponsored visas, skilled migration, or family visa pathways.
Yes, in some cases, you may have the right to appeal a decision, through the Administrative Appeals Tribunal.
The application fees vary depending on the visa subclass. Additionally, there may be other costs, such as health examinations and police checks. It’s important to budget for all associated expenses.
Health requirements are part of the PR application process. Some health conditions may not necessarily disqualify you, and there are provisions for health waivers in certain situations. It’s advisable to seek advice from us, if this applies to you.
The character requirements for PR are strict, and a criminal record may affect your application. However, each case is assessed individually, and not all criminal convictions automatically result in a visa refusal.
Speak to us, and we’ll assess your application against the relevant criteria.
You can enrol in Medicare if you’ve applied for a permanent residency visa.
Yes, Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia can be canceled for reasons such as fraud, criminal convictions, visa condition breaches, character concerns, national security risks, health grounds, or revocation of citizenship.
The process is initiated by the Department of Home Affairs, allowing PR holders an opportunity to respond before a decision is made.
If you are facing potential PR cancellation, book a call with us, and we can guide you accordingly.