Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional)

Overview

What this visa lets you do.

The Subclass 191 visa is a permanent residence pathway for eligible applicants who have held a qualifying regional skilled visa and met the relevant regional pathway requirements.

• Permanent residence outcome
• Linked to earlier regional skilled pathways
• Relevant residence and pathway history matter
• Careful timing and eligibility review are important

Suitability

Who this may suit.

• Applicants who previously held an eligible regional skilled visa
• Skilled migrants who have met regional residence requirements

Requirements

What you generally need.

• Eligible prior regional skilled visa history
• Compliance with the relevant pathway requirements
• Supporting residence and identity documents
• Other subclass-specific criteria

Process

How the application process works.

1. 01

   Confirm qualifying regional visa history

2. 02

   Review residence, income and compliance position

3. 03

   Prepare evidence of pathway progression

4. 04

   Lodge with a clear record of regional eligibility

Material considerations

Issues to understand before proceeding.

• Failure to meet income or residence requirements
• Incomplete evidence of regional work history

Related information

Related visa information.