Q&A: "I am currently holding a 457 visa. Can I still apply for permanent residency now that the Australian Government has replaced the 457 visa?"
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Recent changes to employer sponsored visas have left many wondering how this will affect them and their prospects for obtaining permanent residence in Australia, especially those who are currently holding a 457 visa.
You may still be eligible to apply for permanent residency under the old requirements* of the subclass 186/187 temporary residence transition (TRT) stream if one of the following circumstances apply to you:
You held a 457 visa on 18 April 2017 and continue to hold this visa
You applied for a 457 visa on or before 18 April 2017 which was subsequently granted, and continue to hold this visa
You applied for or held a 457 visa on or before 18 April 2017, and now hold a subclass 482 TSS visa
If none of the above circumstances apply to you, and you are currently the holder of a 457 visa, contact us or book a consultation online to obtain formal advice on which permanent residency pathways are available to you.
*You must have been employed as the holder of a 457 or TSS visa for at least two years and be under 50 years of age (unless occupation exemptions apply)
About Peter Chang
Peter Chang is a registered migration agent based in the Western Sydney hub of Parramatta, Australia. He is the co-founder of Titan Migration, a consultancy specialising in providing Australian immigration advice and visa assistance services.
