Australian Permanent
Residency
Your path to calling Australia home — permanently. We identify the fastest and most suitable PR pathway based on your skills, experience, and goals.
Check My PR Eligibility160,000+
PR Visas Granted Yearly
65+
Points Required
6
Pathways to PR
2,700+
Clients with PR
Choose Your PR Pathway
Australia offers multiple routes to permanent residency. Our experts identify the best pathway based on your profile.
Subclass 189
Skilled Independent
No employer or state sponsorship required. Ideal for highly-skilled professionals scoring 80+ points who want full freedom to live and work anywhere in Australia.
- Minimum 65 points
- Invited through SkillSelect
- Skills assessment required
- Under 45 years of age
Subclass 190
Skilled Nominated
Requires nomination from an Australian state or territory government. Adds 5 points to your score. Live and work in the nominating state for at least 2 years.
- Minimum 65 points (60 + 5 nomination)
- State/territory nomination
- Skills assessment required
- Must live in nominating state
Subclass 186 (ENS)
Employer Nomination
Direct Permanent Residency through employer sponsorship. No points test. Ideal for workers already on a Skilled In-Demand Visa (482) or those with a new employer.
- Valid job offer from approved employer
- 3+ years relevant work experience
- Occupation on MLTSSL
- No points test required
Subclass 191
Permanent Regional
Permanent residency pathway for holders of the Skilled Work Regional (Subclass 491) visa. Requires 3 years of living and working in a regional area.
- Hold Subclass 491 for 3+ years
- Lived in regional area 3 years
- Earned income of AUD 53,900+/year
- No outstanding debts to Australia
Subclass 186 (TRT)
Temporary Residence Transition
For workers currently on a Skilled In-Demand Visa (482) for at least 3 years with the same employer. The most common transition to permanent residency.
- Worked 3 years on Skilled In-Demand Visa
- Same employer sponsors PR
- Occupation on MLTSSL
- Competent English (IELTS 6.0+)
Subclass 494 → 191
Skilled Regional (SESR)
Employer-sponsored regional visa (Subclass 494) for 5 years, transitioning to permanent residency through Subclass 191 after meeting regional residency requirements.
- Employer in regional area
- Live and work in regional area
- 3 years employment history
- Minimum income threshold met
How Are Points Calculated?
Australia's skilled migration points system awards points across several factors. You need a minimum of 65 points to lodge an Expression of Interest — but the most competitive applicants score 80–100+.
Age
Up to 30 ptsMaximum points for ages 25–32
English Proficiency
Up to 20 ptsSuperior English (IELTS 8.0+)
Skilled Employment
Up to 20 pts10+ years overseas or 5 years in Australia
Qualifications
Up to 20 ptsDoctorate degree from Australian institution
Partner Skills
Up to 10 ptsPartner with skills assessment & English
State Nomination
Up to 5–10 ptsSubclass 190 (5 pts) or Subclass 491 (15 pts)
PR Benefits
Australian Permanent Residency provides a comprehensive set of rights and privileges, including a direct pathway to citizenship.
Live & Work Anywhere
No geographic or employer restrictions across all of Australia
Medicare Access
Full access to Australia's public healthcare system
Sponsor Family
Bring your parents, partner, and children to Australia
Social Security
Access to Centrelink benefits and welfare support
Pathway to Citizenship
After 4 years PR, apply for Australian citizenship
Travel Freely
Unlimited travel to and from Australia for 5 years
PR Step by Step
Skills Assessment
Have your qualifications and work experience assessed by the relevant Australian assessing authority for your occupation.
Submit EOI via SkillSelect
Lodge an Expression of Interest through Australia's SkillSelect system with your points score and personal details.
Receive an Invitation
If your points meet the threshold in the regular invitation round, you'll receive an invitation to apply for a skilled migration visa.
Lodge Visa Application
Submit your full visa application within 60 days of receiving your invitation, including all required documentation.
Health & Character Checks
Complete a medical examination at an approved clinic and provide police clearance certificates from all countries you've lived in.
Visa Grant — Welcome to Australia
Once approved, your PR visa is granted. You can activate it by entering Australia before the initial entry deadline.
Common
Questions
Everything you need to know about applying for Australian Permanent Residency.
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