Can I get PR in Australia in 3 years?

Yes, you can apply for Australia PR in 3 years, provided you hold a qualifying visa, such as Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491). After holding the qualifying visa for at least 3 years and fulfilling other eligibility requirements, you can apply for the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191) for PR in Australia.
 

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What is the 191 visa?

Australia's Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191) lets international professionals living and working for at least 3 years in regional Australia apply for Australia PR. The candidates must hold a valid qualifying visa, such as the regional provisional visa (491 or 494), to apply for PR.
 

The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491) facilitates skilled professionals living and working in Australian regional areas. It is valid for 5 years and is a pathway to Australia PR. After holding the subclass 491 visa for at least years, you can apply for permanent residency in Australia.|
 

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Benefits of the 191 visa

Some of the benefits of a 191 visa are given below. You can:
 

• Points assessment not required for the PR visa.
• Live, work, and study in any place in Australia indefinitely.
• Sponsor eligible dependents for Australia PR.
• Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible).
   

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Eligibility requirements for 191 visa

The eligibility requirements for the 191 visa are given below. You must:
 

• Have held a qualifying visa for a minimum of three years.
• Submit assessment notices issued by the ATO or Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for three consecutive income years of the five years of your eligible visa.
• Have adhered to the primary visa conditions.
   

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Processing fee for a 191 visa

The processing fee for a 191 visa is AUD 490.
 

Processing time for the 191 visa

The processing time for the subclass 191 visa is below 4 months.
 

Steps to apply for the Australian 191 visa

To apply for a 191 visa, follow the step-by-step process below.
 

Step 1: Ensure that you fulfill the eligibility criteria for the 191 visa.

Step 2: Organize the documents required for the visa.

Step 3: Submit the completed 191 visa application.

Step 4: Track the status of the visa application.

Step 5: Obtain your Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191).
 

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