Permanent Residence
01Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Permanent residence sponsored by an Australian employer. Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, or Labour Agreement streams.
This occupation group covers Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers not elsewhere classified. Registration or licensing may be required.
“This unit group covers Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers not elsewhere classified. It includes Boarding Kennel or Cattery Operators, Cinema or Theatre Managers, Facilities Managers, Financial Institution Branch Managers and Equipment Hire Managers.”
None listed under ANZSCO 149999.
AQF Associate Degree, Advanced Diploma or Diploma (ANZSCO Skill Level 2)
Pathways that lead directly to Australian permanent residency
Permanent residence sponsored by an Australian employer. Direct Entry, Temporary Residence Transition, or Labour Agreement streams.
Live, work, and study in a regional area — lead to PR via 191
Provisional visa for regional employer sponsorship. 3-year commitment with a clear pathway to permanent residence via 191.
Short to medium-term visas — some offer a PR pathway
Employer-sponsored temporary work visa. Core Skills, Specialist Skills and Essential Skills streams.
Designated Area Migration Agreements (DAMA)
This occupation is eligible under the following DAMA regions, which may offer concessions on age, English, and salary requirements.
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Personalised for Hospitality, Retail and Service Managers nec (ANZSCO 149999). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.
On ROL + CSOL · Skill Level 2
60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing
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