01/12/2024
Here are 10 important visas in Australia that can lead to permanent residency:
1. Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189)
Purpose: For skilled workers not sponsored by an employer, state, or family member.
Benefits: Grants permanent residency directly.
2. Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)
Purpose: For skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
Benefits: Permanent residency with a pathway to citizenship.
3. Employer Nomination Scheme Visa (Subclass 186)
Purpose: For skilled workers nominated by an Australian employer.
Streams:
Temporary Residence Transition.
Direct Entry.
Labour Agreement.
Benefits: Permanent residency.
4. Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (Subclass 187)
Purpose: For skilled workers sponsored by employers in regional Australia.
Benefits: Permanent residency (Note: Being replaced by Subclass 494).
5. Global Talent Visa (Subclass 858)
Purpose: For individuals with exceptional achievements in fields like science, tech, arts, or sports.
Benefits: Permanent residency for highly talented individuals.
6. Business Innovation and Investment Visa (Subclass 888)
Purpose: For entrepreneurs, investors, and business owners who meet business and investment criteria.
Benefits: Grants permanent residency after meeting the criteria of the Subclass 188 visa.
7. Partner Visa (Subclasses 801 and 100)
Purpose: For spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.
Benefits: Permanent residency after temporary visa stages (Subclasses 820 or 309).
8. Child Visa (Subclass 101 and 802)
Purpose: For dependent children of Australian citizens, permanent residents, or eligible New Zealand citizens.
Benefits: Permanent residency.
9. Refugee and Humanitarian Visa (Subclass 200)
Purpose: For individuals seeking protection due to persecution in their home country.
Benefits: Grants permanent residency to eligible refugees.
10. Skilled Work Regional Visa (Subclass 191)
Purpose: For workers who have lived and worked in designated regional areas under Subclass 491 or 494 visas.
Benefits: Grants permanent residency after meeting specific criteria.
Each visa has its specific eligibility requirements and application processes. For professional advice, consider consulting with an immigration expert or the Department of Home Affairs website.
