Do you want to settle in Australia permanently? We have great news for you! This blog discusses getting permanent residency in Australia, the eligibility criteria, and the complementary benefits.
In 2024, Australia is initiating a new permanent resident visa program called the Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV). The Australian Government is committed to implementing this program specifically targeting nationals from participating Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste.
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The upcoming Subclass 192: Pacific Engagement Visa is scheduled to commence in 2024. The PEV intends to allow up to 3000 permanent spots annually for nationals from the Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste, along with their immediate family. This measure extends Australia’s permanent migration program and is anticipated to magnify Australia’s Pacific diaspora.
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On October 19, 2023, the Australian Government passed immigration legislation to expedite the PEV implementation. This legislation validates the selection of candidates for the new visa program via the ballot system.
The ballot system will ensure equal PEV application opportunities for every eligible individual from Pacific Island countries and Timor-Leste, regardless of skill set, gender, or background.
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What Are The Eligibility Criteria For The Pev?
The applicant must be:
- Randomly selected through the PEV ballot
- Aged between 18 and 45 years
- Hold a formal job offer in Australia
- Meet other visa requirements, including:
- English language proficiency
- Character assessments
- Health checks
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What Benefits Will The Selected Applicants Enjoy?
PEV holders could avail numerous benefits, including access to:
- Medicare
- Government-funded schools
- Higher educational institutions
Moreover, following the passage of the Social Services and Other Legislation Amendment (Australia’s Engagement in the Pacific) Bill 2023 in the Australian Parliament on November 14, 2023, the eligible PEV holders will gain immediate access to:
- Family Tax Benefit A
- Austudy
- Youth Allowance (student and apprentice)
- Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)
- VET Student Loans (VSL) programs
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