Your Pathway from Provisional to Permanent Residency in Regional Australia
The Subclass 887 Visa provides permanent residency for holders of eligible temporary regional visas who have lived and worked in designated regional areas of Australia. This is the final step for migrants who entered Australia on visas like the 489 (Skilled Regional Provisional) or 491 (Skilled Work Regional) visas.
Key Benefits of the Subclass 887 Visa
✅ Permanent residency status in Australia
✅ Live and work anywhere in Australia (no regional restrictions)
✅ Full access to Medicare and social benefits
✅ Sponsor eligible family members
✅ Pathway to Australian citizenship
Eligibility Requirements
1. Hold an Eligible Provisional Visa
✔ Must currently hold one of:
· Subclass 489 (Skilled Regional Provisional), or
· Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional), or
· Subclass 475/487 (Legacy Regional Visas)
2. Meet Residence Requirements
✔ Must have lived in a designated regional area for at least 2 years
✔ Must have worked full-time (minimum 35 hrs/week) in regional Australia for at least 1 year
3. Comply with Visa Conditions
✔ Must not have breached conditions of previous visa
✔ Must meet health and character requirements
4. No Minimum Income Threshold
✔ Unlike the 191 visa, there is no minimum income requirement
How the Subclass 887 Visa Process Works
1. Complete Residence & Work Requirements
o 2 years regional living
o 1 year full-time work
2. Gather Supporting Documents
o Proof of residence (leases, utility bills)
o Employment evidence (payslips, tax returns)
3. Lodge Visa Application
o Apply online via ImmiAccount
4. Visa Grant
o Current processing time: 12-24 months
Why Choose the Subclass 887 Visa?
🔹 Simpler requirements than other PR pathways
🔹 No points test or skills reassessment
🔹 No employer sponsorship needed
🔹 Family can be included in application
How Immigrad Can Help
✅ Eligibility Verification – Confirm you meet all requirements
✅ Document Preparation – Residence and employment evidence
✅ Application Lodgement – Avoid common refusal reasons
✅ Post-Visa Support – Citizenship pathway guidance
Ready to Apply for Permanent Residency?
📞 Call: [+61 434 294 670]
✉️ Email: [info@immigrad.com.au]
🌐 Website: [www.immigrad.com.au]
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Note: Immigration regulations change frequently. While we maintain current knowledge, we recommend verifying information with the Department of Home Affairs or consulting a registered migration agent.