Our guess is that you clicked on this article today because your gut has been telling you that it is time to move on to something new, and you feel that it’s time for something different… Immigrating to Australia, perhaps? That is only if you are interested in improving your quality of life, and your mind has already drifted off to a sunny beach in Australia. Read on to find out the 5 step plan you need to take towards Australian permanent residency.
First, let’s touch on “Why Australia?” and then we’ll go on to show you the 5 simple steps how to; because after reading on, you will be sitting on the edge of your seat wanting to know exactly how to receive Australian permanent residency.
Without needing to boast too much, we will let the facts speak for themselves. After all, Australia is consistently proving itself to be in the list of top countries worldwide with the highest-ranking quality of life, and the happiest residents in the world.
This year, for quality of life, Australia was ranked #5 according to research called ‘’Better Life Index by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development’’, which officially calculates its findings and uses the following factors, to sum up, and measure the quality of life a country provides its residents; economic stability, a good job market, affordability, safety, political stability, family-friendly environment, well-developed public education system, well-developed public health system, and income equality. Sounds appealing?
The stats available with one quick Google search makes it undoubted that Australian residents are enjoying a high-quality standard of life. This may be down to the above-average income and wealth, environmental quality, health status, housing, jobs and earnings, education and skills, subjective well-being, social connections, or personal security.
What truly stands out, however, is how a country with so much to offer actively welcomes migrants from all over the world, sharing its wealth, resources, and an abundance of opportunities for people to apply for Australia permanent residency and become part of Australian society. In fact, as of recent statistics, 29% of all Australians were born overseas!
Australia is giving you a great opportunity to swap your current life struggles with a new way of life and is inviting you to join the land of breathtaking views, exquisite wildlife, mouthwatering barbeques, and… Free education and healthcare!
The average Australian in a city spends lots of time outdoors, considering the relatively kind weather, bustling music scene, nightlife, clean beaches, and sports activities (fun fact: Australia is number #10 in the Olympic Games).
Life in Australia doesn’t have to be a faraway dream, this life is available to you. All you need to do is just take that first step!
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Next, let’s explore – Why Australia Permanent Residency?
Permanent residency is the visa to choose from because, with it, you can live and travel anywhere within Australia.
You can pursue higher studies in Australia and can apply for certain educational loans.
You become eligible for Social Security benefits after two years of having a Permanent Residency visa.
You can sponsor your relatives to become permanent residents of Australia if they meet certain requirements.
You can apply for government jobs.
You can travel to New Zealand and can even apply for a visa there.
Australia offers a permanent residency (or: PR visa) to immigrants of many different backgrounds. These visas have a validity of five years. With a PR visa, you can move into Australia along with your family. You can apply for citizenship just 3 years after living in Australia with a PR visa.
There are various different categories under which you can apply for a PR visa which have different eligibility requirements, but the general eligibility factors are hereunder:
The points you collect for the following categories determine your eligibility for a PR visa. You must score at least 65 points and the below table describes the different criteria for scoring points:
Category | Maximum Points |
Age | 30 points (25-33 years of age) |
English proficiency | 20 points (8 bands IELTS results) |
Work Experience outside Australia | 15 points (8-10 years) |
Work Experience in Australia | 20 points (8-10 years) |
Education (outside Australia) | 20 points (Doctorate degree) |
Niche skills such as Doctorate or master’s degree by research in Australia | 10 points |
Study in a regional area | 5 points |
Accredited in community language | 5 points |
Professional year in a skilled program in Australia | 5 points |
State sponsorship | 5 points (190 visa) |
Skilled spouse or de facto partner | 10 points (Age, Skills & English language requirements to be met) |
Spouse or de facto partner with ‘competent English’ | 5 points (No need to meet Skills requirement or age factor |
Applicants without a spouse or de facto partner or where a spouse is an Australian citizen or PR holder | 10 points |
If you have checked your way through those factors and have racked up a fair few points, what’s stopping you?
Do yourself a favor and take the opportunity today to follow these steps and begin your new life now.
5 Steps to achieve your new life in Australia
Find a Job
Relax! this is much easier than it sounds. That is because Australia has a really high demand for skilled workers all over the country, especially in the engineering, medical, agricultural, IT, and technology fields. You just need to start sending out those resumes.
Receiving a job offer will significantly increase your chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA) for an Australian work visa.
Remember that the only distance between dreams and reality is called action. If you were looking for a sign to start being proactive and putting the gears in motion – look no further than this article, as the breakdown of the steps you need to take is here!
Find a home
Once you have figured out where you can work, the next step is to find a place to settle and suitable housing.
Choosing where to set up home in this country can either be one of the easier steps of immigration or one of the hardest, mainly because Australia is so vast.
Australia has six states (New South Wales, Queensland, South Australia, Tasmania, Victoria, and Western Australia), 3 internal territories (the Australian Capital Territory, the Jervis Bay Territory, and the Northern Territory), and 7 external territories (Ashmore and Cartier Islands, the Australian Antarctic Territory, Christmas Island (yes, this exists!), the Cocos (Keeling) Islands, the Coral Sea Islands, Heard Island, McDonald Islands, and Norfolk Island.
Each place has its own unique characteristics, so with that many options, you will surely find your corner of the world, a place that you will want to call home.
We’re here to help narrow the options down and help you find your perfect home if you have no clue! It depends on your priorities and necessities in your ideal place to live. For example:
Adelaide is the best for food and drink.
Brisbane is best for rural escapes.
Canberra is best for families.
Hobart is best for property affordability.
Melbourne is best for culture.
Perth is best for the climate.
Sydney is the best for job opportunities.
Melbourne seems to be the most popular choice for immigrants, as it is Australia’s fastest-growing city (2.4% per annum) – adding more than 125,000 people in the last year.
We suggest that you have a quick browse through the current property market and see what it looks like right now in Australia- you never know, you may find yourself scrolling across your future sanctuary.
Apply for your Australian visa
At this stage staying focused and organized are key to preparing and submitting a successful visa application. Making sure that you have gathered every necessary document, met every requirement, and that every ‘T’ is crossed and ‘I’ is dotted correctly. A simple misplaced document or a small wrong detail can lead to an application refusal.
Apply for an Invitation To Apply (ITA)
An Invitation to Apply (ITA) is an invitation that allows some people who submitted a visa application to apply for Australia permanent residency. You must meet the main eligibility criteria for the visa you would like to apply for in order to be eligible for an ITA.
Once you receive your invitation, you will be able to start the application process for your visa.
Settle in your new home!
Once your visa application is selected by the Australian government, you have received your ITA and provided the final required documents for permanent residency, all that’s left is to pack your bags and finally start settling into your new home in Australia.
Exciting career opportunities, social benefits, multicultural communities living in harmony, and plenty of new experiences and adventures await!
Do you still have questions? Are you not sure how to get started but eager to do so?
Contact our immigration team at UIS Australia. UIS Australia’s team of immigration experts will evaluate your eligibility for an Australia permanent residency visa, provide professional consultation and guidance, and ensure your visa application is submitted successfully.
