Permanent Residency

In Australia, a Permanent Residency (PR) visa is a type of visa that allows foreign nationals to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis. Holders of a PR visa are granted the right to reside in Australia indefinitely and enjoy most of the rights and privileges of an Australian citizen. There are several pathways through which individuals can apply for and obtain Australian PR visas, each with its own eligibility criteria and requirements.

Here are some of the main pathways:

• Skilled Migration Program:

  1- Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189): For skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer, a state, or a family member.

  2- Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190): For skilled workers nominated by a state or territory government in Australia.

  3- Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491): A regional visa that requires nomination by a state or territory government or sponsorship by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area.

• Family Reunion:

  1- Partner Visas (Subclass 820/801 and Subclass 309/100): For individuals in a genuine and ongoing relationship with an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or eligible New Zealand citizen.

  2- Parent Visas (Contributory and Non-Contributory): For parents of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.

• Employer-Sponsored Migration:

  1- Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa (Subclass 186): For skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer to work in a skilled position on a permanent basis.

  2- Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS) Visa (Subclass 187): For skilled workers nominated by an employer in a regional area of Australia.

• Business and Investment Migration:

  1- Business Innovation and Investment Visas (Subclasses 188 and 888): For individuals with a successful business background who want to own and manage a business, or make a designated investment in Australia.

• Distinguished Talent Visas:

  1- Distinguished Talent Visa (Subclass 124 and 858): For individuals with an internationally recognized record of exceptional achievement or talent in their field.

• Global Talent Visa:

  1- Global Talent Independent Program: For highly skilled individuals in specific target sectors who can attract global talent and contribute to Australia's economy.