About this Visa
Are you looking to build a permanent future in Australia’s vibrant regional areas? The Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (Subclass 187) under the Temporary Residence Transition stream offers skilled workers the opportunity to live and work in Australia permanently. Sponsored by your employer in regional Australia, this visa opens the door to a brighter and more secure future.
Start your application today and take the next step towards achieving your dream of permanent residency in Australia!
Key Eligibility Criteria
To qualify for the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (Subclass 187) under the Temporary Residence Transition stream, you must meet the following requirements:
Have this visa
You must hold a subclass 457 visa or subclass 482 Temporary Skill Shortage (TSS) visa.
Current Work Visa
You must hold a substantive visa or a Bridging Visa A, B, or C linked to a pending subclass 482, 186, or 187 visa application.
Work Experience
You must have worked full-time for your nominating employer in regional Australia for at least 2 years while holding a subclass 457 or TSS visa.
Nomination Approval
Your Australian employer must have nominated you, with the nomination being approved within the 6 months prior to your visa application.
What This Visa Allows You to Do
As a holder of the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa (Subclass 187), you can:
- Live Permanently: Stay in Australia indefinitely with permanent residency rights.
- Work and Study: Engage in employment or education anywhere in regional Australia.
- Access Medicare: Enroll in Australia’s public healthcare system.
- Sponsor Family: Bring eligible family members to join you in Australia.
- Travel: Travel freely to and from Australia for up to five years.
- Apply for Citizenship: Become eligible for Australian citizenship if you meet the criteria.
Note: Newly arrived residents may need to wait before accessing certain government payments and benefits.
Including Family Members
You can include your family members in your application when you apply or add them before the decision on your visa is made. Eligible family members include:
⦁ Your partner
⦁ Dependent children or stepchildren
⦁ Your partner’s dependent children or stepchildren
⦁ Dependents of your or your partner’s dependent children
Family members included in the application must meet health and character requirements. Those not included in the application might also need to meet these requirements.
Application Process
The application process involves submitting documentation to verify your eligibility. Key documents include:
⦁ Proof of age and identification
⦁ Evidence of English language proficiency
⦁ Health and character clearances
⦁ Financial documents for yourself and your dependents
⦁ Proof of work experience and employer nomination approval
You can apply for this visa from inside or outside Australia. If applying from within Australia, you must hold an eligible visa, such as a Bridging Visa (Subclass 010, 020, or 030).
Processing times vary depending on the accuracy and completeness of your application and how quickly you respond to additional information requests.
Duration of Stay
This is a permanent visa that allows you to stay in Australia indefinitely. For citizenship purposes, your permanent residency begins:
⦁ On the visa grant date, if you are in Australia.
⦁ On the date you enter Australia on this visa, if granted outside Australia.
To travel after the initial five-year period, you’ll need a Resident Return Visa (RRV) to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.
Costs
Visa Application Fee: The base fee for the main applicant is AUD4,770. Additional fees apply for family members included in your application.
Second Instalment: Family members aged 18 or older with less than Functional English may need to pay an extra fee of AUD4,890.
Additional Costs: You may incur other costs, such as health checks, police certificates, and biometrics.
Important Considerations
Work Obligation: You must work for your nominating employer in regional Australia for at least 2 years. Failing to do so may result in visa cancellation.
Travel Facility: After the initial five-year period, you’ll need an RRV to travel as a permanent resident.
No Visa Label: Your visa is electronically linked to your passport, so no physical label is issued.
Are You Ready to Apply?
Let us help you take the next step towards permanent residency in regional Australia! Our experienced team can guide you through the application process, ensuring all requirements are met for a smooth transition to your new life in Australia.
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