In Australia, there are lots of ways to gain permanent residency that you might not have known about. Individuals holding a TSS Visa who have devoted three years of service to a single employer in Australia might have the opportunity to seek Permanent Residency through the Temporary Residence Transition Stream.

What Is The Temporary Residence Transition Stream?

This visa allows skillful employees, who have been nominated by their employer, to establish a permanent residence in Australia and engage in both work and personal activities.

With this visa, you gain the privilege to:

• reside, work, and pursue education in Australia indefinitely.
• sponsor qualified family members to join you in Australia.
• apply for Australian citizenship, provided you meet the eligibility criteria.

Eligibility Requirements For The Temporary Residence Transition Stream:

1. Possess the required skills and qualifications, which may necessitate undergoing a skills assessment for validation.
2. Accumulate three years of relevant work experience. However, if you have experienced temporary layoffs, unpaid leave, or reduced working hours due to COVID-19 and associated restrictions, those periods can still be counted toward your employment tenure with the employer.
3. Obtain the necessary licences, registrations, or memberships in professional bodies if they are mandatory in the state or territory where you plan to work.
4. Hold a valid 482 TSS Visa and have been sponsored by your nominating employer (as the primary applicant) on a 482 or TSS Visa for a minimum of three years.
5. Your occupation must be listed on the MLTSSL for 186 visa applications or on the Regional RSMS Occupation List for 187 visa applications.
6. Demonstrate proficiency in English, unless exempted. This requirement is typically fulfilled through an English test such as IELTS or PTE.
7. Be below 45 years of age, unless exempted.
8. Meet the necessary health requirements for yourself and any family members included in the visa application.
9. Meet the necessary character requirements for yourself and family members aged 16 years and above included in the visa application.
10. If you are 18 years or older, you must have read or been explained the contents of the Life in Australia booklet and signed an Australian Values Statement, affirming your commitment to respecting the Australian way of life and adhering to Australian laws.
11. If you have any outstanding debts to the Australian Government, you must have either repaid them or have a formal arrangement in place for repayment.
12. While exceptions may exist, in order to get The Temporary Residence Transition Stream you must not have had a visa cancelled or a previous visa application refused.

What Are the Processing Times for The Temporary Residence Transition Stream?

• 25% of applications: 6 Months
• 50% of applications: 8 Months
• 75% of applications: 12 Months
• 90% of applications: 14 Months

As with any visa, it’s important to double-check the most current laws and requirements as things change quickly. However, if you have ticked all the eligibility requirements then you should consider The Temporary Residence Transition Stream as a great way to get permanent residency in Australia. 

Meet the Experts on Allied Health Jobs Australia 

Imagine a service that helps you take care of the whole process of taking the plunge to live and work overseas. From deciding where to live, securing employment, and helping you to navigate the relevant migration approvals, at Allied Health Jobs Australia, these are the core of what we do best. 

Unlike agents who only help with the migration process, or recruiters who only take care of job placement, AHJA has consciously niched down into allied health as our area of expertise. Fundamentally, becoming an AHJA client doesn’t mean that the services stop once your visas are approved. For people who have made it to the migration application process, our 100% success rate means that we’re just as invested in your journey as you are.

As a qualified allied health care professional, you’re in demand - and Australia wants you. If you’ve ever found yourself daydreaming about what a future in the Land Down Under could look like for you, get in touch with us today for a free, no obligation chat to explore your options.