PR visa

Australia Skilled Independent PR

Permanent residency route for skilled professionals applying independently without employer sponsorship requirements.

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Quick facts

We handle this route

Processing time

8–15 months

Visa duration

Permanent

Leads to settlement

yes

Dependants allowed

yes

Success rate

95%

Fee from

$2,000

Overview

What this visa gives you.

The Skilled Independent PR route allows qualified professionals to immigrate permanently based on their skills, qualifications, and work experience. Applicants are assessed through a points-based system without requiring employer sponsorship.

Permanent residents gain full work rights, healthcare access, education benefits, and future citizenship eligibility.

Requirements

What you need to qualify.

Skilled occupation eligibility
Your profession must appear on the approved immigration occupation list.

Skills assessment
Professional qualifications may require official verification.

Language proficiency
Applicants must meet approved English language standards.

Immigration points threshold
You must achieve the minimum required score.

Health & character requirements
Medical examinations and police clearances are required.

How we handle it

From first call to visa in hand.

Migration assessment
We calculate immigration points and review eligibility.
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Skills & document preparation
Assessments and supporting evidence are completed carefully.
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Visa application submission
Applications and immigration documentation are filed correctly.
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PR approval & settlement guidance
Support with relocation planning and arrival preparation.
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Client story

The German system is genuinely complex. Meridian handled everything. I just showed up to my appointment.

Aisha Yilmaz

Data Analyst

They boosted my CRS score by 18 points using qualifications I didn’t know counted. Received my ITA within three draws.

Lena Popova

Accountant

From first call to arriving in Lisbon was four months. Zero stress. Worth every penny.

Marcus Thompson

Freelance Designer