How To Get PR In Australia: Eligibility, Process & Cost 2023

To get permanent residency in Australia, here's what you need:

Points: You should score at least 65 points on their system.

English: You need to speak and understand English well.

Age: You should be under 45 years old.

Skills: They'll check your work and study background.

Job Type: Your job should be on Australia's wanted job list.

Health & Character: You must be healthy and have a clean record.

There are various paths to achieving permanent residency in Australia. The three popular routes include obtaining:

A visa through family ties,

A work-related visa or

A business or investor visa.

Do you want a work permit for Australia in 2023? Make sure your job is on Australia's "in-demand" list.

SkillSelect is Australia's way of seeing if you're a good fit based on your skills and experience. Use the points calculator to see if you are eligible.

Jobs Australia is keen on or has high demand in the country, it will get you points. The longer you've been in such a job, the more points you have.

Your education can earn you points if it's related to your job. Say you're a doctor; a medical degree will add to your score.

You need 65 points to be in the running for that visa. 

The SkillSelect tool can also help you find out if your abilities are sought-after in areas like:

Studying in Australia.

Regional education.

Local language skills.

Partner's skills and studies.

Your age.

English language skills.

To check your Australia PR visa status:

Visit the official website of the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

Go to the "Visa Entitlement Verification Online (VEVO)" section.

Enter the required details, such as your visa reference number or Transaction Reference Number (TRN), along with personal identifiers like your passport number and nationality.

Click "Submit" or "Check Status" to view the current status of your PR visa application.

Always ensure you have your relevant documents and details at hand when checking your visa status.

These visas are designed for Family members like spouses, kids, parents, or other dependents of someone who's an Australian citizen, a permanent Australian resident, or a qualified New Zealand citizen.

Kids getting adopted or already in the middle of the adoption process from outside Australia. Individuals who need to come to Australia to look after a relative on a long-term basis.

These are tailored for individuals backed by an Australian employer for a job in Australia or those possessing skills in demand in the country.

Here's the breakdown of the fees for Australian Permanent Residency:

Main Applicant: AUD 4115, which is around ₹221000.

Spouse (above 18 years): AUD 2055, roughly equivalent to ₹111000.

Children (under 18 years): AUD 1030, approximately ₹56000.

The ₹ (INR) price is based upon current exchange rates in Aug 2023; this price can fluctuate due to current exchange rates.

Remember that there will be extra costs like the medical screening test, label visa fees, IELTS test, and skill assessments.

The Australia Permanent Residency (PR) visa offers holders the right to live, work, and study in Australia indefinitely. However, the PR visa itself has a travel facility that lasts 5 years from the date the visa is granted. This means:

Stay Duration: Once you have your Australia PR visa, you can stay in Australia indefinitely.

Travel: You can leave and come back to Australia for 5 years. After 5 years, if you want to go out and come back, you need a Resident Return Visa.

Becoming a Citizen: If you live in Australia for about four years with this visa, you can become an Australian citizen.

Remember to check your visa dates if you plan to travel to avoid any issues!