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.
Explore visa eligibility, state nominations, and migration pathways for this occupation.
“This unit group covers Technicians and Trades Workers not elsewhere classified. It includes Divers, Interior Decorators, Optical Dispensers / Dispensing Opticians, Optical Mechanics, Photographer's Assistants, Plastics Technicians, Wool Classers and Fire Protection Equipment Technicians.”
None listed under ANZSCO 399918.
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
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.
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Personalised for Fire Protection Equipment Technician (ANZSCO 399918). Estimated pathway timeline: up to 24 months.
On ROL + CSOL · Skill Level 3
60 days to lodge · SC 189 DHA processing
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