Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887)

The Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887) offers a direct pathway to permanent residency for individuals who have already lived and worked in designated regional areas of Australia. This visa is designed to support regional development by recognizing the valuable contributions skilled migrants make to local economies and communities.

Applicants must have previously held an eligible provisional regional visa and fulfilled residency and work requirements in a regional area. Once granted, the Subclass 887 Visa allows holders and their families to live, work, and study anywhere in Australia as permanent residents.

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Eligibility for the Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887)

The Subclass 887 Skilled Regional Visa is available to individuals who have lived and worked in designated regional areas of Australia and are ready to transition to permanent residency. To be eligible, applicants must have previously held a qualifying provisional visa, such as the Subclass 489, 475, 487, or 495. They must have lived in a regional area for at least two years and worked full-time for a minimum of one year.

Applicants are required to follow all conditions of their previous visa, including staying, working, and studying only in the designated regional area. They must also meet health and character requirements and have no unpaid debts to the Australian government.

Unlike other skilled visas, the Subclass 887 does not require sponsorship or a points-based assessment. Instead, it recognizes applicants for their commitment and contribution to regional communities. Once approved, this visa grants permanent residency, providing full access to Australia’s healthcare system (Medicare), social services, and education for the visa holder and their family.

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Explore this simple guide to help you complete your Subclass 887 visa application and transition to permanent residency after living and working in a regional area.

Step 1
Once you reach out to K1 Migration, we set up a discovery call to understand what your needs are and what Visa best suits you.
Step 2
From there, we will send you a Strategy proposal outlining the steps we will take to assist you in getting a Visa for you to sign off on.
Step 3
Now our team leaps into action, following immigration pathways, taking care of the paperwork and helping you through the entire application process.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible for the Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887)?

To be eligible for the Subclass 887 Visa, applicants must:

Hold an eligible visa, such as the Subclass 489, 475, 487, 495, or 496.
Have lived in a designated regional area of Australia for at least 2 years.
Have worked full-time (at least 35 hours per week) in a regional area for at least 1 year.
Meet health and character requirements.
Provide evidence of compliance with the conditions of the previous visa.

What are the benefits of the 887 Visa?

The Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887) offers several significant benefits:

Permanent residency: Live, work, and study anywhere in Australia indefinitely.
Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
Opportunity to sponsor family members for permanent residency.
Unlimited travel to and from Australia for 5 years from the visa grant date.
Pathway to Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.
No points test or skills assessment required for this visa.

How do I apply for the Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 887)?

The application process for the Subclass 887 Visa involves the following steps:

Confirm eligibility by ensuring you have held an eligible visa and met the regional living and work requirements.
Gather evidence of 2 years of residence and 1 year of full-time work in a designated regional area.
Complete the online application through the ImmiAccount portal.
Submit required documents, including proof of residency, employment, and health checks.
Await a decision on your application.

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