As an international student who migrated to the “Land of Kangaroos” on an education visa would always dream to settle, thereby obtaining a Permanent Residency (PR). With easy-to-follow immigration policies, the Australian PR visa fascinates a lot of international skilled workers globally.
Head down to know about tips to have a better chance at getting your PR approved.
For the students, one of the best ways to apply for PR in Australia is through a Skilled Independent Visa. For this, the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) runs an organized application system known as General Skilled Migration (GSM).
1. Keep your documents ready and fulfill GSM requirements
Besides your travel documents, you ought to submit 2 other main documents:
- Your IELTS score with a minimum of 6 bands or a matching score in TOEFL or PTE.
- Alongside, you need to pass your skill assessment test done by the assessing authority. This vouches for your skillset in your chosen occupation.
The students also need to fulfill the Australian Study Requirement. They are expected to complete a course that spans two years in Australia.
2. Choose an occupation from SOL (Skilled Occupation List)
To apply for the PR, you have to pick an occupation from the Australia Skilled Occupation List. This list further gives details of the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) code for types of occupation. This code, further, gives access to detailed information about the skill level needed for the role, experience, or qualifications required for each.
3. Pick an appropriate visa subclass
There is a myriad of PR Visas to choose from to immigrate to Australia to become a Permanent Resident. Thus, it’s crucial to choose a visa type that best fits your profile and requirements. Some of the popular PR visa categories are:
- Skilled Independent Subclass 189
- Skilled Nominated Subclass 190
- Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
4. Aim for a higher qualification
Hone your skillset and gather immense knowledge by aiming for a higher qualification like a Master’s degree or a doctoral degree. Even if a diploma can help you earn ten points on the GSM point system, a Master’s or a doctoral degree will help you earn more, fifteen or twenty points respectively.
5. Live in Australia
Post successful competition of your education in Australia, apply for the Visa Subclass 485. Also known as Temporary Graduate Visa, there are two categories under this visa, the post-study workstream, and graduate workstream.
The post-study work stream permits one to work in Australia for a duration of 2 to 4 years. While the graduate work stream enables you to acquire work experience by working for a maximum of 18 months.
Getting this valuable work experience will enable your proficiency in the English language. That’ll help you attain extra points on the GSM’s point grid.
6. Obtain your education from a regional area
Students who manage to complete the study requirement of 2 years in a regional area become qualified to earn extra 5 points.
7. Consider applying through Australia’s point-based system
If you wish to apply through the point-based system of Australia, then you need to submit an EOI online in the Skill Select System. On the basis of the details filledin by you, you’re awarded points. To apply for the PR visa, you need a minimum of 65 points.
8. Go for a Professional Year Program (PYP)
Completing a Professional Year Program will equip you with professional work experience and know-how to make you job-ready. Apart from getting an invaluable experience, the person will also get additional five points.
The program runs for twelve months and is currently eligible for subjects like engineering, computer science, and accounting.
9. Showcase your good character and health
Along with the aforementioned requirements, you also need to maintain and showcase a good character (morally). Also, you need to be fit, mentally and physically, to live and work in Australia.
The Australian PR visa offers umpteen benefits. You also become eligible to travel to New Zealand or apply for New Zealand Visa.
To go ahead with the process of applying for PR, consult the best Australian immigration services to get your work done by experts.
Visit For More Information: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/permanent-resident
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