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Skilled Regional Visa

Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887)

The Skilled Regional 887 is a permanent residence visa for skilled provisional visa holders who lived for at least 2 years and gained at least 12 months of employment experience in the specified regional area of Australia. The applicant must in Australia to apply for this visa and when it is granted.

Benefits Of The Visa

Being a skilled regional visa holder, you can

  • Stay, study and work in Australia for an indefinite period
  • Get health care costs covered by Medicare (Australia’s health care scheme)
  • Apply for Australian citizenship, once you fulfil the criteria
  • Sponsor eligible family members or relatives for permanent residence
  • Travel Australia frequently for up to 5 years from the date visa is granted

Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for this visa you must,

You must have held either of the following visas

  • Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 489)
  • Skilled Independent Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 495)
  • Skilled Designated Area Sponsored (Provisional) visa (subclass 496)
  • Skilled Regional Sponsored visa (subclass 475 or 487)
  • Bridging visa A or Bridging visa B after applying for a subclass 495, 487 or 489 visa.
  • You must have lived at least 2 years in a specified regional area of Australia
  • You must worked full time (minimum 35 hours a week) for 1 year
  • You must have lived in the designated area of Australia for minimum 2 years, if sponsored by an eligible relative
  • You must have fulfilled all the conditions attached to the visa
  • You must meet health and character requirements

Specified Regional Areas of Australia

Following are the areas of regional Australia along with the postcodes in which you must have lived for at least 2 years, if nominated by a state or territory government.

Regional and low population growth metropolitan areas

New South Wales (NSW)
Anywhere except Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast and Wollongong

Northern Territory

Queensland

Anywhere except the greater Brisbane area and the Gold Coast

South Australia

Tasmania

Victoria
Anywhere except the Melbourne metropolitan area

Western Australia

Anywhere except Perth and surrounding areas

Postcodes

2311 to 2312, 2328 to 2411, 2420 to 2490, 2536 to 2551, 2575 to 2594, 2618 to 2739, 2787 to 2898

Entire territory

4124 to 4125, 4133, 4211, 4270 to 4272, 4275, 4280, 4285, 4287, 4307 to 4499, 4515, 4517 to 4519, 4522 to 4899

Entire state

Entire state

3211 to 3334, 3340 to 3424, 3430 to 3649, 3658 to 3749, 3753, 3756, 3758, 3762, 3764, 3778 to 3781, 3783, 3797, 3799, 3810 to 3909, 3921 to 3925, 3945 to 3974, 3979, 3981 to 3996

6041 to 6044, 6083 to 6084, 6121 to 6126,6200 to 6799

FAQs About Temporary Graduate Visa (SUBCLASS 485)

The Australia Visitor Visa allows individuals to visit Australia for tourism, business activities, or to visit family. It is designed for those who wish to stay temporarily, whether for sightseeing, attending business meetings, or meeting loved ones. The visa typically lasts for up to 3, 6, or 12 months depending on the applicant's circumstances and purpose of visit.

 

The duration of stay on an Australia Visitor Visa depends on your specific case. Generally, visitors are granted stays of 3 months, 6 months, or up to 12 months. However, the exact length will be determined based on the purpose of your visit and the supporting documents you provide.

To qualify for an Australia Visitor Visa, you must:

  • Hold a valid passport from an eligible country.

  • Provide evidence that you have sufficient funds to cover your stay.

  • Show that you intend to return to your home country after your visit.

  • Demonstrate that your visit is genuine (tourism, business, family visit).

 

Yes, you can include your family members (spouse, children, etc.) on your Australia Visitor Visa application. They will be granted the same rights as the primary applicant to visit Australia for tourism or family purposes.

To apply for the Australia Visitor Visa, you will need to complete the online application form, submit required documents (including your passport, travel itinerary, financial documents), and pay the application fee. You can apply through the Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs website or seek professional assistance from migration agents to ensure a smooth process.

Extensions may be possible while you are still in Australia, but they are granted at the discretion of the Department of Home Affairs. If you wish to stay longer, you must demonstrate a valid reason, and you may need to provide updated supporting documents. It’s advisable to apply for an extension before your current visa expires.