Skilled Regional Visa (Subclasss 887) – AINiT – Best Migration Agent Sydney & Education Consultant in Australia

Skilled Regional Visa

(Subclass 887)

If you have already held a Subclass 491, 494, or 475/487/489 visa, and fulfilled the residence and employment criteria, the Subclass 887 allows you to transition from temporary regional stay to permanent residency without the need for points testing or sponsorship.
AINiT Consultancy Services will guide you through the entire visa preparation and submission process with precision and compliance. With over 20 years of migration success, AINiT’s Australian Registered Migration Agent – Aftab Syed (MARN: 0957817) and our experienced team ensure a hassle-free and professional experience.

What Is the Subclass 887 Visa?

The Subclass 887 is a permanent residence visa for skilled migrants who have lived and worked in specified regional areas of Australia while holding an eligible provisional visa. It grants unlimited stay, work, and study rights in Australia and allows access to Medicare, citizenship pathways, and family sponsorship options.

Key Benefits of the Subclass 887

- Permanent Residency: Live and work in Australia without restrictions
- Include Family Members: Partner and dependents can be added to the application
- No Points Test Required
- No Sponsorship Needed
- Access to Medicare and Social Services
- Apply Onshore in Australia
- Pathway to Australian Citizenship

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Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the Subclass 887 visa, you must:
- Hold (or previously held) a 491, 494, 475, 487, 489 visa or a Bridging Visa A or B after applying for 887
- Have lived in a regional area of Australia for at least 2 years
- Have worked full-time (35+ hours/week) for at least 12 months in a regional area
- Be in Australia at the time of application and visa grant
- Meet health and character requirements
- Provide evidence of residence, employment, and compliance

What Counts as a Regional Area?

Eligible regional areas include:
- Entire South Australia, Tasmania, Northern Territory, and ACT
- Regional zones in NSW, Queensland, Victoria, and Western Australia
- Cities like Adelaide, Gold Coast, Newcastle, Hobart, Geelong, and Townsville

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Step-by-Step Application Process

1. Verify Eligibility
2. Gather Supporting Documents – including address, employment, payslips, tax records, etc.
3. Prepare Your Application
4. Submit Online While Onshore via ImmiAccount
5. Await Processing and PR Grant

Apply for Subclass 887 with AINiT

Even though Subclass 887 seems straightforward, incorrect documentation or gaps in your work/residence history can lead to delays or rejections. That’s why thousands trust AINiT.
We Offer:
- 20+ years of migration expertise
- Registered Migration Agent – Aftab Syed (MARN: 0957817)
- Full documentation checklists
- Help with irregularities in records
- Updated compliance checks
- Professional file preparation and lodgement
- Support for multicultural applicants