Pathways to Permanent Residency (PR)

• Skilled Independent visa - PR (Subclass 885)

  • Skilled independent residence visa (subclass 885) is one of the most common pathways to Permanent Residency (PR) for International students who have obtained an Australian qualification as a result of at least two years study in Australia. Applicants do not need sponsorship to apply for this visa, but you must pass a point test and meet the following primary criteria:

    • Score 120 points for the point test.
    • Must be an overseas student or former overseas student.
    • Be in Australia at the time of application.
    • Apply within six months of completion of two years study.
    • Be under 45 years of age at the time of lodging the application.
    • Have the qualification that is listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) for the immigration purpose.
    • Obtain successful skills assessment for your qualification and work experience.
    • Have good English language skills.
    • Be of good character.
    • Have good health.
• Skill Graduate Visa - Temporary Visa (Subclass 485)
  

  • For students who do not meet the primary criteria for PR application, you can apply for the Skill Graduate Visa. This is a temporary visa, pathway to PR, which allows you to remain in Australia for 18 months to gain skilled work experience or improve your English language skills. The criteria are:

    • Must be an overseas student or former overseas student.
    • Apply within six months of completion of two years study.
    • Be in Australia at the time of application.
    • Be under 45 years of age at the time of lodging the application.
    • Have the qualification that is listed on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL) for the immigration purpose.
    • Have good English language skills.
    • Obtain successful skills assessment for your qualification.
    • Be of good character.
    • Have good health.

    Our registered migration agents will also advice the type of occupations that listed on SOL for immigration purpose, and we also provide guidance to help you meet the primary criteria for PR applications.