Why apply for an Australian PR?
- 8th Happiest country in the world
- Inviting half a million migrants by 2024
- 800,000 job vacancies for skilled professionals
- 100 times ROI with an Australia PR
- Access to Universal Healthcare System
- FREE Education for your children
- Retirement Benefits
- Easiest Path to Australian Citizenship
Some common permanent residence visas include:
- The Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189)
- The Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190)
- The Employer Nomination Visa (subclass 186)
- The Permanent Partner Visa (subclass 100 and 801)
Process to apply for Australia PR visa
- Step 1: Check your eligibility In order to qualify, one has to score minimum 65 points.
- Step 2: Choose an occupation from the SOL, also known as Australia Skilled Occupation List
- Step 3: Keep all your required documents ready, including, language proficiency test report, identity proof, educational certificates, work experience, and more.
- Step 4: Select an appropriate Visa Subclass to apply. For Australian PR visa, the most common categories include, Visa Subclass 189, Visa Subclass 190 and Visa Subclass 491.
- Step 5: Obtain nomination from state or territory government (Subclass 190 Visa only).
- Step 6: Apply for skill assessment via the designated authority
- Step 7: Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect online and score a minimum of 65 points on the assessment grid
- Step 8: Wait for your "Invitation To Apply" from the DHA
- Step 9: Submit your visa application along with your documents within 60 days of receiving your ITA
- Step 10: While your application is under processing, get your PPC and medical examination did (if required)
- Step 11: Get visa approval from the DHA
How to get Australian permanent residency
- A family-stream permanent visa, such as a Partner Visa, Parent Visa or Child Visa
- A General Skilled Migration Visa, such as skilled independent 190 or State Nominated visa 190
- The employer nominated visa subclass 186
The process will depend on the visa that you’re applying for. For example, many visa types require that you start with a provisional/temporary visa before you may apply for the permanent visa.
Some visas cannot be directly applied for and you’ll need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and be invited to apply. You may also need to complete a Skill Assessment through a designated skill assessment body, have a job offer, or meet a certain number of points before you’re eligible to apply.
Australia PR eligibility
- 45 years of age
- 65 points in the Australian points grid
- Valid skills assessment
- IELTS or PTE score
- Health insurance
- Police verification certificate
