The Skilled Regional visa – 887 is the second stage visa giving permanent residence to holders of Skilled Regional Provisional visas such as:
Skilled Regional (Provisional) Subclass 489
Skilled Regional Sponsored Subclasses 475 and 487
Skilled Designated Area Sponsored Subclass 496
Skilled Independent Regional Subclass 495
It does not require sponsorship by an Australian relative or nomination by a state or territory government.
The main criteria for this visa are as follows:
You have been in Australia holding a provisional skilled visa for the last 2 years. During this time, you must have lived in a regional or low populuation growth area of Australia (if sponsored by a State or Territory Government) or a Designated Area if sponsored by an Australian relative.
You have worked for at least 12 months in Australia – this experience need not be in a skilled occupation, but must be full time (at least 35 hours per week) and must be in a regional area.
Results in the grant of a permanent visa with full work and study rights in Australia. Travel facility is valid for 5 years.
We offer a wide spectrum of migration services for both onshore and offshore applications seeking Temporary or Permanent residency in Australia.
