(PR Australia Permanent Residency) Visa
Why Choose Australia PR?
Australia offers one of the world’s most desirable immigration programs — Permanent Residency (PR) — with excellent benefits for skilled professionals, families, and investors. With a PR visa, you can:
- Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia for 5 years
- Apply for Australian citizenship after 4 years of legal residency
- Access public healthcare (Medicare) and free education for children
- Sponsor eligible family members
- Apply for First Home Owner grants and enjoy social security benefits
- Enjoy visa-free travel to several countries with an Australian passport (after citizenship)
Types of Australia PR Visas
|
Visa Type |
Description |
|
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa |
For skilled workers not sponsored by an employer or family, nor nominated by a state. |
|
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa |
For applicants nominated by an Australian state/territory government. |
|
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa |
Provisional visa for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia. |
|
Employer-Sponsored Visas |
For professionals offered employment by Australian companies. |
|
Global Talent Visa & Distinguished Talent Visa |
For highly skilled individuals in targeted sectors. |
Types of Australia PR Visas
|
Visa Type |
Description |
|
Subclass 189 – Skilled Independent Visa |
For skilled workers not sponsored by an employer or family, nor nominated by a state. |
|
Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa |
For applicants nominated by an Australian state/territory government. |
|
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional Visa |
Provisional visa for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia. |
|
Employer-Sponsored Visas |
For professionals offered employment by Australian companies. |
|
Global Talent Visa & Distinguished Talent Visa |
For highly skilled individuals in targeted sectors. |
Points-Based System – 65 Points Minimum
To apply for most skilled PR visas, applicants must score at least 65 points under the Australia immigration point system:
|
Criteria |
Points |
|
Age (25–32 years) |
30 |
|
English Proficiency (IELTS/PTE) |
Up to 20 |
|
Skilled Work Experience |
Up to 15 |
|
Educational Qualifications |
Up to 20 |
|
Australian Education |
5–10 |
|
Regional Study in Australia |
5 |
|
Spouse Skills/English |
5–10 |
|
State Nomination (Subclass 190) |
5 |
|
Relative Sponsorship (491) |
15 |
|
NAATI Language Test |
5 |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age between 18–44 years
- Competent or higher English proficiency (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc.)
- Nominated occupation must be on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL)
- Positive skills assessment by a designated Australian authority
- Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect
- Good health and character record
PR Processing Timelines (Average)
|
Visa Type |
Processing Time |
|
Subclass 189 |
8–10 months |
|
Subclass 190 |
6–9 months |
|
Subclass 491 |
12–14 months |
Eligibility Criteria
- Age between 18–44 years
- Competent or higher English proficiency (IELTS, PTE, TOEFL, etc.)
- Nominated occupation must be on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL)
- Positive skills assessment by a designated Australian authority
- Submit Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect
- Good health and character record
PR Processing Timelines (Average)
|
Visa Type |
Processing Time |
|
Subclass 189 |
8–10 months |
|
Subclass 190 |
6–9 months |
|
Subclass 491 |
12–14 months |
Step-by-Step Process with Immigration & Visa Maestro
- Free Eligibility Check – We assess your profile under current PR criteria
- Skill Assessment – Help you prepare and submit documents to the right assessing body
- EOI Submission – Guide you through SkillSelect and state nomination
- Visa Application Filing – End-to-end document preparation and submission
- Post-Visa Support – Including relocation, housing, banking, job search & school admission
Why Apply with Immigration & Visa Maestro?
✅ Personalized PR strategy for every applicant
✅ Certified immigration documentation support
✅ 100% transparent process
✅ End-to-end services from eligibility to settlement
✅ Excellent success rate and proven client outcomes
Why Apply with Immigration & Visa Maestro?
✅ Personalized PR strategy for every applicant
✅ Certified immigration documentation support
✅ 100% transparent process
✅ End-to-end services from eligibility to settlement
✅ Excellent success rate and proven client outcomes
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