Individuals who have stayed in a regional area of Australia (Low populated areas – Northern Territory, South Australia, Tasmania, New South Wales- Everywhere except Sydney, Newcastle, the Central Coast and Wollongong, Queensland- Everywhere except the greater Brisbane area and the Gold Coast, Victoria- Everywhere except the Melbourne metropolitan area and Western Australia- Everywhere except Perth and surrounding areas) for at least two years can apply for a Skilled Regional Visa Subclass 887.To apply for this Skilled Visa 887 all applicant needs to do is follow the directions accordingly and ensure that they qualify for the given eligibility criteria.
You can apply for Skilled Visa Subclass 887 if:
You fulfill the below requirements of the Regional Sponsor Migration Scheme Subclass 187 or the Visa 887:
- Be a holder of subclass 489, 495, 496, 475 or 487; or a Bridging visa A or B post applying for subclass 489, 495 or 497 visas
- Must have stayed in a specific regional area of Australia for at least 2 years
- Must have worked as a full-time employee in a specific regional area for at least 1 year
What are the 887 Visa Australia privileges?
The 887 visa allows the skilled workers to live, work and study in Australia permanently. Later when you qualify and meet the subsequent criteria’s you may apply for Australian citizenship and sponsor your eligible family members for permanent residency in Australia. As a holder of this subclass 887 visa you may also enroll in Medicare, a scheme for Australia’s health care and expenses.
Eligibility for Subclass 887 visa Australia
In order to get the Visa Subclass 887, the applicants must meet the below eligibility criteria:
- They must hold a valid visa (as mentioned above) to apply
- Must meet the health requirements
- Must be of good moral conduct and present the appropriate character proof (police clearance certificate)
- Must not possess any outstanding debts towards the Australian government or have arranged to repay (if not yet paid)
- You might not be qualified for this visa if you have had a cancelled or refused visa during your previous stay in Australia
FAQs
Processing times for the Subclass 887 visa depend on application completeness, case complexity, and current demand. Check the Department of Home Affairs website for updated estimates.
Yes. You can include eligible family members, such as your spouse and dependent children, in your Subclass 489 visa application.
The estimated cost of the Skilled Regional Visa 887 application is around AUD 505
Yes, you can apply for the Subclass 887 Skilled Regional visa from outside Australia
Yes, you can apply for Australian citizenship after being granted the Subclass 887 Skilled Regional visa.