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SKILLED REGIONAL VISA – SUBCLASS 887

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What is a Skilled (Regional) Visa?

The skilled regional (subclass 887) visa is a permanent visa for individuals currently holding a temporary visa who have lived and worked in designated regional areas of Australia for at least 2 years, with a minimum of 1 year of employment experience. This visa serves as a pathway to Permanent Residency and can only be applied for while the applicant is in Australia. The main purpose of this visa is to provide opportunities for General Skilled Migration visa holders to apply for a permanent residency visa. It is designed to support the development and growth of regional areas of Australia, by attracting skilled workers to live and work in these areas. The visa holder will be able to live, work and study in Australia on a permanent basis, and also apply for Australian citizenship.

Benefits of Subclass 887 Visa

  • The skilled regional (subclass 887) visa allows the holder to stay in Australia permanently.
  • The visa holder has the ability to work and study in Australia indefinitely.
  • The visa holder is able to enroll in Australia’s public health care scheme, Medicare.
  • Family members and relatives can be sponsored by the 887 visa holder to come to Australia.
  • The visa holder is permitted to travel to and from Australia for a period of 5 years.
  • Eligible visa holders may become an Australian citizen.

Requirements for Subclass 887 Visa

  • The applicant must be in Australia to apply for the visa.
  • The applicant must have lived in a regional area of Australia for a minimum of 2 years or have lived in a designated area of Australia if sponsored by a family member.
  • The applicant must have at least 12 months of full-time work experience (minimum 35 hours a week) in a relevant field.
  • The applicant must meet the health and character requirements set by the Australian government.
  • Applicant must have held one of the following visas for a minimum of up to two years before lodging the application:
  • Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489)
  • Skilled Independent Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 495)
  • Skilled Regional Sponsored Visa (subclass 475)
  • Skilled Regional Sponsored (subclass 487)
  • Bridging visa A, or B

Application Process

Step#01: Gather Required Documents
Collect all necessary documents, including previous visa information, work experience for at least 12 months, and personal documents.
Step#02: Consultation With Migration Expert
Seek a detailed assessment from a migration expert and follow their advice.
Step#03: Prepare And Lodge Application
Prepare to submit the visa application and apply for the visa online through ImmiAccount.
Step#04: Wait For Processing And Review
Wait for the visa application to be processed and reviewed by the Department of Home Affairs.
Step#05: Receive Visa Grant Or Refusal Notice
If approved, receive the notice of visa grant, including the visa grant number, visa conditions (if applicable), and the start date of the visa. This means you now have permanent residence status in Australia. If the application is rejected, receive a refusal notice with reasons for the refusal. It’s recommended to contact migration experts to assist with the application process.
Step#06: Apply For The Visa
After getting a Nomination, you can apply for your Subclass 491 visa online through the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). It may take several months for the DHA to make a decision on your visa application.
Step#07: Get Your Visa And Start Working/Fly To Australia
Upon approval of your application, you will receive a notice indicating the visa conditions, visa grant number, and the date on which the visa takes effect. This signifies that your visa has been granted and you are now able to travel to Australia.





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