Australian Permanent Residence

May 22, 2008 by Mira

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Australia is the most sought after migrant destination today.

There are an ever-growing number of migrants seeking the esteemed but elusive Australian permanent residency status.

Australian permanent residents are holders of permanent residency visas that are one step short of citizenship.

The visa duration can last for up to 5 years and visa holders can enter and leave Australia freely. A permanent visa holder does not lose his legality to stay and work in Australia even if his initial permanent residency visa expires.

Many of the rights and privileges of a citizen are granted to these visa holders. They are eligible for free health services, education and free or subsidized legal help. However, they do not have the right to vote in federal elections.

Citizens of New Zealand are granted a special category visa to enter and remain in Australia, but they have to obtain Australian permanent residency visas to enjoy the privileges.

Other advantages of Australian permanent residence are:

• Can live and study in Australia without restrictions
• No restriction on employment except in Federal services and National Security services.
• Children born in Australia to these visa holders get citizenship by right of birth
• Can travel to New Zealand without any visa application
• Can sponsor relatives for permanent residence if assurance of support is provided

Visa is granted under different categories like skilled immigration, family, business, visitors, humanitarian and student visas for non-Australians to enter or stay or work in Australia. Migrants on skilled visas or SIR visas can apply for permanent residence status on completion of two years of stay in Australia.

There are complexities in the application process. What you need is a skilled migration Agent to handle your relocation to Australia. Our expertise in visa processing can make you feel confident while sending your application for a permanent residency in Australia.

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