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How to Get Permanent Residency on a Skilled Work Visa

A skilled work visa is temporary. Here's how to turn it into permanent residency in Australia, from the 482 to 186 pathway to regional PR and options after 45.

Home Partner Visa Evidence How to Get Permanent Residency on a Skilled Work Visa PromptLaw Team July 14, 2026 8 min read Yes, a skilled work visa can lead to permanent residency in Australia, and most people reach PR through one of three routes. If you are employer-sponsored, the main path is the Employer Nomination […]

Can You Switch From a 491 Visa to a 190 Visa in Australia?

Thinking of switching from a 491 to a 190 visa? There is no direct transfer, and the points maths often catches people out. Here is what actually happens.

Home Partner Visa Evidence Can You Switch From a 491 Visa to a 190 Visa in Australia? PromptLaw Team July 14, 2026 8 min read There is no direct switch. You cannot transfer or convert a subclass 491 visa into a subclass 190 visa. The 190 is a completely separate permanent visa, which means a […]

How Much Do You Need to Earn to Sponsor Your Spouse in Australia?

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Home Partner Visa Evidence How Much Do You Need to Earn to Sponsor Your Spouse in Australia? PromptLaw Team July 9, 2026 8 min read There is no minimum income you must earn to sponsor your spouse or partner in Australia. Unlike the United Kingdom or the United States, Australian migration law does not set […]

Can You Switch From a Visitor Visa to a Work Visa in Australia?

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Home Partner Visa Evidence Can You Switch From a Visitor Visa to a Work Visa in Australia? PromptLaw Team July 9, 2026 8 min read No, you cannot directly convert a visitor visa (subclass 600) into a work visa while staying in Australia. There is no “switch” button. What you can do is use your […]

491 to 191 Visa – Permanent Residency Requirements in Australia

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Home Partner Visa Evidence 491 to 191 Visa – – Permanent Residency Requirements in Australia PromptLaw Team May 13, 2026 8 min read How do you go from a 491 visa to permanent residency in Australia? The pathway is the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa. To qualify, you must have held your Subclass […]

Partner Visa Evidence and Documents – What You Need in Australia

Home Partner Visa Evidence Partner Visa Evidence and Documents – What You Need in Australia PromptLaw Team April 30, 2026 8 min read What documents do you need for an Australian partner visa? Every partner visa application requires evidence across four categories: financial, household, social, and commitment – demonstrating a genuine and continuing relationship. The […]

Partner Visa Processing Time Australia 2026 – How Long It Takes

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Home Migration Law Partner Visa Processing Time Australia 2026 – How Long It Takes PromptLaw Team April 22, 2026 8 min read Partner visa processing times in Australia have extended in recent years, with most applicants now waiting several years from lodgement to permanent residency. In 2026, the temporary stage typically takes 14 to 26 […]

485 Visa Employer Sponsorship Australia: What Happens Next [2026]

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Home Migration Law · 485 Visa I’m on a 485 Visa, and My Employer Wants to Sponsor Me – & What Happens Next? admin March 23, 2026 8 min read Your employer wants to sponsor you. That’s genuinely good news, and it’s a path that, handled correctly, can lead straight to permanent residency in Australia. […]