The Skilled Regional visa - 887 is the second stage visa giving permanent residence to holders of Skilled - Regional, Designated Area Sponsored, and Independent Regional visas. It does not require sponsorship by an Australian relative or nomination by a state or territory government.

Duration and Conditions Results in the grant of a permanent visa with full work and study rights in Australia. Travel facility is valid for 5 years.

Visa Criteria The main criteria for this visa are as follows:

• You have been in Australian holding a the skilled regional visa, Skilled Independent Regional or Skilled Designated Area Sponsored visa for the last 2 years.
• You have worked for at least 12 months in Australia (whether or not in skilled employment)
• You have complied with your visa conditions
• You and your family members meet health and character requirements

How do I apply? All applications for general skilled migration must be lodged at the Adelaide Skilled Processing Centre in Australia. For a skilled-regional visa, you must be in Australia both at time of lodgment and time of grant.