Australia is one of the most preferred immigration destinations due to its world-class education,
exceptional healthcare system, high standard of living, and excellent opportunities for skilled
professionals. Obtaining Permanent Residency (PR) in Australia opens the doors to
long-term settlement and career growth.
What is Australia PR?
Australia Permanent Residency grants foreign nationals the right to live, work, and study in Australia
indefinitely. PR holders enjoy many benefits similar to Australian citizens; however, voting and some
government job restrictions may apply.
Benefits of Australia PR
- Live and work in any part of Australia
- Access to Medicare – Australia’s public healthcare system
- Free or low-cost education for children
- Sponsor eligible family members
- Legal rights and certain social security benefits
- Pathway to Australian Citizenship
Popular PR Visa Pathways
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa
- Points-based visa with no employer/state sponsorship required
- Occupation must be in the MLTSSL list
- Applicants must receive an Invitation to Apply via SkillSelect
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa
- State or territory nomination required
- Additional 5 points granted for nomination
- Commitment to live/work in the sponsoring state
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
- 5-year provisional visa for regional areas
- PR path via Subclass 191 after 3+ years residency and income requirements
Employer-Sponsored Visas
- Subclass 186 and Subclass 494
- Employer nomination required
- Temporary to PR transition possible
Australia PR Eligibility Requirements
- Age: Must be under 45 at invitation
- English proficiency: IELTS/PTE/TOEFL required
- Skills assessment: From approved authority
- Work experience: Relevant skilled experience
- Points Score: Minimum 65 points
- Health & character: Medical and police checks
- Sponsorship or nomination (if applicable)
Step-by-Step Process for Australia PR
- Check eligibility & select visa subclass
- Skills assessment from authorized body
- Take English language test
- Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect
- Receive Invitation to Apply (ITA)
- Submit PR visa application with documents
- Complete medical & police clearance
- Visa grant & activate PR
Processing Time & Fees (Approx.)
- Subclass 189: 8–12 months
- Subclass 190: 8–14 months
- Subclass 491: 9–15 months
- Main Applicant: AUD 4,910
- Spouse: AUD 2,455
- Dependent Child: AUD 1,230
Australia PR vs Temporary Work Visa
- PR gives permanent stay; work visas are temporary
- PR holders can work anywhere with any employer
- Full access to healthcare & education benefits
- Direct pathway to citizenship
Eligibility for Citizenship
- Minimum 4 years total stay in Australia
- At least 1 year as a PR
- Meet character and residency rules
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Australia PR Visa FAQs
FAQs
Who can apply for an Australian PR visa?
Anyone, that is, individuals who possess the right profession, the required points, a fluent English proficiency, a medical clearance and an evaluation of their abilities by an accredited authority, can petition for a visa if they fulfill the criteria of skilled migration set by Australia.
Is it necessary to have a job offer for PR with Australia?
No, in most of the PR pathways to Australia job offer is not a requirement in most cases. For instance, Subclass 189 (Skilled Independent) and Subclass 190 (State Nomination) visas where the applicants are chosen according to their skills, points and the need for their occupation.
What is the processing time for PR in Australia?
The processing time is generally around 6 to 18 months depending on the type of visa, the applicant's profile, the submission of documents, and the number of invitation rounds conducted by the Australian government.
Are family members allowed to accompany a holder of a PR application to Australia?
Your permanent residency application in Australia allows you to add your spouse and dependent children. Once the application is accepted all the family members included will acquire the status of permanent residency.
What are the major routes to obtain PR in Australia?
The most frequent PR pathways to Australia are based on points, occupation demand and state nomination: Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189), Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) and Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 491).
