Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa
A Pathway to Permanent Residency
The Subclass 191 Visa, effective from 16 November 2022, is tailored for individuals who have previously resided, worked, and studied in regional areas of Australia on an eligible visa. Here’s a comprehensive overview:
Key Features:
• Permanent residency for those with a history of regional residence
• Freedom to study or work anywhere in Australia
• Eligibility to apply for Australian citizenship
• Ability to sponsor eligible relatives
• Indefinite stay in Australia
Eligibility Criteria:
- Hold an eligible regional provisional 491 or 494 visa when applying for Subclass 191
- Minimum 3 years of regional residence with taxable income meeting a specific threshold
- Compliance with conditions of the qualified visa held or previously held
Duration of Stay:
- Permanent residency with indefinite stay
- Permanent residence commences on the day of visa grant for citizenship
Travel:
- Visa includes a travel component valid for 5 years from the grant date
Family Inclusion:
- Family members with eligible visas can be added to the application
- Must be included at the time of application lodgment
- Family members, even if not migrating to Australia, must meet health and character requirements
Cost:
- Base charge for the main applicant; specific amounts to be announced near the commencement date
- Additional charges for other family applicants
- Second Installment (for family members 18 years or above with less than Functional English) announced near commencement date
- Additional costs include health checks, police certificates, and biometrics
Places to Apply From:
- Must be inside Australia during application and visa grant
Processing Time:
- Case-by-case assessment with processing time dependent on individual situations
- Longer processing times if application is incomplete or correct charges are not paid
- Verification of information may contribute to processing time
Conditions:
- Hold an eligible regional provisional 491 or 494 visa when applying for Subclass 191
- Minimum 3 years of regional residence with taxable income at or above a specified threshold
- Compliance with conditions of the qualified visa held or previously held
Embark on your journey to Australian Permanent Residency with the Skilled Regional (Permanent Residence) Visa (Subclass 191)! 🌏
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