Australia Immigration

Applying for Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia involves several steps and can vary based on your circumstances and the type of visa you're applying for.

Here’s a general overview of the process:

1. Determine Eligibility:

  • Skilled Migration: Check if you meet the criteria for a skilled migration visa. This typically includes having relevant work experience, skills assessment, and meeting points requirements.
  • Family Migration: If you're applying for PR based on family connections, ensure you meet the eligibility criteria for family or partner visas.
  • Business or Investment: For business or investment visas, you need to demonstrate your business experience or investment capacity.

    • 2. Choose the Right Visa:

  • Skilled Independent Visa (subclass 189): For skilled workers who are not sponsored.
  • Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): For skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory.
  • Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491): For skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia.
  • Partner Visa (subclass 820/801): For partners or spouses of Australian citizens or permanent residents.
  • Parent Visa (subclass 143): For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents.

    • 3. Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI).

  • For skilled migration visas, you need to submit an EOI through SkillSelect. You’ll provide information about your skills, qualifications, and work experience.

    • 4. Receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA)

  • If your EOI is successful, you’ll receive an invitation to apply for the visa. The invitation will include details about how to proceed.

    • 5. Prepare Your Documents

  • Gather necessary documents such as your passport, proof of English proficiency, skills assessment results, and any other documents required for the specific visa subclass.

    • 6. Submit Your Application

  • Complete and submit your visa application through the Department of Home Affairs website or through a migration agent if you choose to use one.

    • 7. Attend an Interview or Medical Exam (if required)

  • Some visa applications may require you to attend an interview or undergo a medical examination.

    • 8. Wait for a Decision

  • The processing time can vary depending on the type of visa and individual circumstances. Monitor your application status through the Department of Home Affairs.

    • 9. Receive Your

  • If approved, you'll receive your Permanent Residency visa, which allows you to live and work in Australia indefinitely.