Permanent work visas

​​​If you hold an Australian permanent visa, you are an Australian permanent resident.

This is a list of Permanent work visas available. If you are unsure which visa is right for you use our Visa Finder.

Regional visas

Visas for skilled migrants to live and work in regional Australia.

• Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme (subclass 187) – Sponsorship needed
• Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (subclass 191)​
  

Skilled migration visas

Visas for skilled migrants to live and work anywhere in Australia.

• Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) – Sponsorship needed
• Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189)
• Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) – Nomination needed
• Skilled Regional visa (subclass 887)

Business investment visas

Visas for entrepreneurs, investors and business owners to continue activity in Australia, and to establish a new or develop an existing business in Australia.

• Business Innovation and Investment (Permanent) visa (subclass 888) – Sponsorship needed
• Business Talent (Permanent) visa (subclass 132) – Sponsorship needed

Global Talent visas

Visas for people who have an internationally recognised record of exceptional and outstanding achievement in an eligible field, including Global Talent pathway and Distinguished Talent pathway applicants.  

• Global Talent visa (subclass 858)​ – Nomination needed