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Permanent Residency
What does Permanent Residence mean for me?
As an Australian permanent resident you:
- can live and work in Australia indefinitely;
- travel in and out of Australia for five years (after which you need a Resident Return visa)
- sponsor certain family members
- apply for Australian citizenship
Becoming a permanent resident or even applying for it could have a taxation implication so you should speak to your tax adviser before doing so.
Am I eligible for Permanent Residence through my employer?
Your first step is to speak to your employer and make sure they will support your application and then we can provide further guidance on your eligibility through this stream.
What are the employer sponsored pathways to Permanent Residence?
For employer sponsored permanent residency, the eligibility requirements for the two streams are below (subject to employer approval and meeting other health, English and character requirements):
Temporary Residence Transition stream
You may apply for permanent residency if you have worked in Australia for at least 2 to 3 years full time while holding a subclass 482 visa.
Direct Entry stream
You may apply for permanent residency if you have the following:
- an occupation that is on the list of eligible skilled occupations
- at least 3 years of relevant work experience
- a positive skills assessment, unless an exemption applies
Will my employer support my application?
This varies from company to company but most employers choose not to pay for all costs associated with permanent residence applications. You should contact your employer to discuss this directly with them.
Most employers will only agree to support your application if you use the company’s immigration provider to make the application. This is because the application will involve their nomination and dealing with a lot of sensitive company information. It also helps them ensure the quality of the advice and assistance being provided.
I now have Australian permanent residency – what next?
When your Australian permanent residency is granted, you are permitted to remain in Australia permanently and unconditionally. You are also permitted to travel in and out of Australia as a permanent resident for a period of five years.
What happens at the end of five years?
If you have not become an Australian citizen during the initial five-year period, and if you wish to travel overseas, you will need to apply for a Resident Return Visa (RRV) to enable you to re-enter Australia as a permanent resident.
What is a Resident Return Visa (RRV)?
An RRV is a re-entry visa that will allow you to travel in and out of the country as an Australian permanent resident. It can be granted for a period of up to 5 years, depending on the amount of time you have physically spent in Australia.
What is the residency requirement for the RRV?
To obtain an RRV with a 5-year travel facility, you will need to have been physically in Australia for a combined total of 2 years in the last 5 years immediately prior to the date of your application.
To obtain an RRV with a 12-month travel facility, you will need to show substantial ties of benefit to Australia. Depending on your personal circumstances, “substantial ties of benefit to Australia” could include business ties, cultural ties, employment ties or personal ties.
Please speak to your Ajuria advisor if you need assistance with your RRV application.