Permanent residency opportunities for Hong Kong nationals

Overview

The Australian Government introduced special visa concessions for Hong Kong passport holders allowing them to stay in Australia in response to the political climate in Hong Kong. Additionally, new routes were established to facilitate the acquisition of permanent residency.

What are the two new PR pathways?

On March 5th, 2022, the Australian Government initiated two fresh paths to permanent residency for individuals holding Hong Kong passports.

Subclass 191 Visa - Hong Kong Stream

This stream is designated for:

Hong Kong passport holders who currently hold primary 457, 482, or 485 visas under the Hong Kong concessions
Have exclusively resided, worked, or studied in a specified regional locality during the period of their qualifying visa for a minimum of 3 years
Must have continuously lived in Australia for at least 3 years before applying

Subclass 189 Visa - Hong Kong Stream

This stream is designated for:

Individuals holding Hong Kong passports
Currently possess primary 457, 482, or 485 visas under Hong Kong concessions
Have maintained the visa for a minimum of 4 years
Have Continuously lived in Australia for at least 4 years prior to their application

Eligibility

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  • This visa lets eligible Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passport holders who have demonstrated commitment to Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.

    Primary qualifications:

    • Have held eligible subclass 457, 482, or 485 visas for a continuous period of at least 3 years before the visa application

    • Hold a Hong Kong passport

    • Resident in a designated regional area of Australia for a continuous period of at least 3 years

    • You work or study in a designated regional area for the 3 years immediately before applying for this visa

  • This visa lets eligible Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passport holders who have demonstrated commitment to Australia, live and work in Australia permanently.

    Primary qualifications:

    • Have held an eligible subclass 457, 482, or 485 visas for a continuous period of at least 4 years before the visa application

    • Hold a Hong Kong passport

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