Benefits Of The Visa 887
Duration of Stay:
Indefinite stay in Australia is granted through this permanent visa.
The visa incorporates a travel component valid for five years from the date of grant.
Commencement of Permanent Residence:
If in Australia, permanent residency begins on the day the visa is granted.
If outside Australia, it commences on the day you enter Australia on this visa.
Eligible Family Members for Visa Inclusion:
Your partner
Your or your partner’s child/stepchild
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this visa, you must meet the following criteria:
Have lived in a specified regional area of Australia for a minimum of 2 years.
Have worked full-time (minimum 35 hours a week) for 1 year.
Hold any 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.
If sponsored by an eligible relative, have lived in the designated area of Australia for a minimum of 2 years.
Fulfill all conditions attached to the visa.
Meet health and character requirements.
Cost:
The main applicant incurs a visa cost of AUD465.00.
Additionally, there is a charge for each accompanying family member applying for the visa with you.