subclass 191
Permanent Residence

(Skilled Regional) Visa

  • This visa allows you to
  • remain in Australia indefinitely
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Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (subclass 191)

Overview

If you are holding a temporary residence visa ( TR visa of Australia), don’t think it will be an end once your visa expired. You may be able to apply permanent residence visa (PR visa of Australia) by satisfying certain criteria.

This visa is launched on 16 November 2022 . This is not a points-based visa. You do not have to satisfy any points score requirement too.

You can:

  • Stay in Australia permanently
  • Settle at any place in Australia of your choice
  • Apply for citizenship of Australia
  • Be a sponsor of your eligible relatives

Summary of criteria (eligibility)

You must:

  • Be in Australia when you apply
  • Have held subclass 491 or subclass 494 visa for at least 3 years
  • Have resided in designated regional Australia for at least 3 years
  • Have complied with all visa conditions
  • Must earn a specified income for at least 3 relevant taxation years
  • Meet health and character requirements
  • Satisfy other criteria as your case matters

Benefits

  • Stay in Australia permanently
  • Study and/or work full-time (no work limit)
  • You can include your family members in application
  • Get benefits of Australia’s world class public healthcare system – Medicare
  • Sponsor your eligible relatives to come to Australia
  • Have multiple travel facility
  • May get benefits of social security system after meeting residence requirements
  • Can apply Australian citizenship

You may have taken certain steps before applying this visa. Please Contact us for further information and to hire our services to assist you in your application and make the process smoother.

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FAQ(s) about Skilled Migration - Australia

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What is the Subclass 191 visa?

The Subclass 191 visa, also known as the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa, is a pathway to permanent residency in Australia for individuals who have held a regional provisional visa and met specific criteria. It allows visa holders and their eligible family members to live and work in Australia permanently.

What are the basic criteria for the Subclass 191 visa?

To satisfy the basic criteria, applicants and their family members must meet specific public interest criteria, including factors like health, character, and security checks. Additionally, certain income-related criteria apply.

How does the Subclass 191 visa relate to regional provisional visas?

The subclass 191 visa has a specific stream for applicants who have held regional provisional visas such as subclass 491 and 494. To qualify, applicants must have substantially complied with the conditions of their previous regional provisional visa and any subsequent bridging visas. Compliance with condition 8579 is also essential unless exempted.

What is the role of income tax assessment in the application process?

Applicants need to provide copies of notices of assessment for three relevant income years and ensure their taxable income meets a specified amount set by the Immigration Minister. This requirement helps demonstrate financial stability and compliance with tax obligations.

Can family members also apply for the Subclass 191 visa?

Yes, eligible family members of the primary applicant can be included in the application. Family members must satisfy applicable criteria as the main applicant. Different criteria apply depending on the age and visa status of each family member.