MARN-1685730
Subclass
887
Achieve Your Permanent Residency Dreams: The Skilled Regional Visa
Highly sought-after pathway for skilled migrants who have established themselves in regional Australia to secure permanent residency. This visa unlocks a world of opportunity, allowing you to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia with the peace of mind that comes with permanent resident status.
Stay
Permanent
Processing time
Varies
Stay
Permanent
Offers the life-changing advantage of permanent residency in Australia. This means you can put down roots, purchase property, and enjoy all the benefits that come with being a permanent resident, free from visa renewal hassles.
Processing time
Varies
Skilled Regional visa processing times can vary. For the latest information, use the visa processing time guide, which offers insights based on recently decided applications. Keep in mind, these are estimates, and your application’s timeframe may differ.
Cost
AUD 4,240
Fees must be paid at the time of application submission, and you can typically pay via credit card or other accepted payment methods on the Department of Home Affairs website.
Things You Can Do With This Visa
Sponsor eligible relatives
For permanent residency after obtaining your own PR. This allows you to reunite with loved ones and build a strong support system in Australia.
Live, work, and study
This visa offers unparalleled flexibility, allowing you to explore career opportunities and settle in the region that best suits your lifestyle preferences.
You Must
Have Lived In A Specified Regional Area
For at least 2 years and worked full-time for at least 1 year. COVID-19 concessions may apply in some situations, reducing these requirements.
Hold An Eligible Visa
Such as the Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489). You may also qualify if you held an eligible visa that expired outside Australia during the concession period.
Important Eligibility Requirements
Citizenship
To qualify, you must hold a passport from the People's Republic of China(excluding Hong Kong and Macau SARs).
Biometrics
Before applying, you must provide your biometrics (fingerprints and facial photograph) at an authorized location within China.
Additional Information
Associations
