Australia covers an entire continent. A large area with varied nature, different climatic zones. A highly developed state pursues a migration policy to attract young professionals in various fields of activity. There are several ways for Russians to obtain a residence permit.
Pros and cons of immigration to Australia
After moving to the country, the following benefits become available:
- Use of medical services;
- Free movement across the territory of the country;
- Participation in local government elections;
- Getting an education.
Then it becomes possible to obtain citizenship. Average salary - AUD 15-20 per hour. Engineers, teachers, architects and other specialties are in demand.
Of the minuses are noted:
- High prices for housing, clothing, food;
- There are poisonous animals, some carry dangerous diseases.
Ways and grounds for obtaining a residence permit in Australia for Russians
You can get a residence permit in the following cases:
- Education in universities of the country;
- Starting a business;
- Job invitation;
- Moving parents;
- Marrying an Australian citizen;
- Registration of refugee status.
For each method, the list of documents is different.
Procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Australia
To obtain a residence permit, a basic package of documents is submitted to the embassy:
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- International passport;
- Statement;
- Passport of a citizen of the Russian Federation;
- Diploma of education;
- Photo 3.5 x 4.5 cm.
The list is subject to change, depending on the specific case. If other visas were previously issued, copies should be provided.
Example of a statement:
If, in addition to adults, a child travels, then additionally provided:
- Birth certificate certified by a notary;
- Permission for the child to travel abroad.
Sample of a notarized copy of the certificate:
You can find out the points of interest on the website of the Australian Embassy in Russia: https://russia.embassy.gov.au/
Students
To obtain a residence permit for the purpose of obtaining education, in addition to the basic documents, the following are submitted:
- Diploma of education;
- Certificate of absence of serious diseases;
- Medical insurance;
- Bank statement confirming the availability of a certain amount sufficient to pay for tuition.
The bank account must have at least 10 thousand dollars.
Universities accept applicants with good knowledge of English: you can confirm your level by passing the test IELTS, for admission you need to score at least 6 points. Some educational institutions require additional testing in specialized subjects. Students have the right to earn extra money, but no more than 20 hours a week.
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For those moving for the purpose of employment
Australia is interested in professionals in various fields of activity. Every year a list of qualified professions is published, it is advisable to study it.
In addition to the main documents, you must provide:
- University graduation diploma;
- Test IELTS not less than 6 points.
Then, points are awarded for work experience, age, chosen specialty and for other parameters. It is desirable to score more than 60 points. If the required amount is collected, then the person is given 60 days to apply for a visa, after which you can apply for a residence permit.
If an employer is found, and the sum of points does not exceed 60, the company usually meets the future employee halfway, helps to arrange everything correctly, and invites him to work.
For those moving to do business
To obtain a residence permit in this way, you must meet a number of conditions:
- A person permanently resides in the country on any of the visas at least 1 year;
- The company's turnover cannot be less 400 thousand Australian dollars;
- Total income not less 300 thousand Australian dollars;
- The firm employs at least 2 Australian citizens;
- The company has no debts and transfers taxes on time.
A person's age limit is established: not older than 55... The entrepreneur submits all information to the Ministry of Enterprise Development and the Department of Immigration. If the result is positive, the Russian citizen is issued a residence permit for 4 years.
After the expiration of this period, data is collected on the company's profit, on the payment of taxes, if all the conditions are met, it becomes possible to apply for permanent residence, otherwise they extend the residence permit for another 4 years or refuse to develop business in the country.
Refugees
You will need to prove that the person was persecuted in his homeland because of his political, religious and other beliefs. An application is submitted to the embassy, with evidence of persecution. A prerequisite is an appeal at home for protection and subsequent refusal.
In connection with the events in Syria, there is a large influx of refugees, so it is rather difficult to obtain such a status, the verification procedure takes a long time.
Residence permit based on family relations
Suitable for people who have lived in the country for 2 years or have permanent residence. They can transfer their relatives - a special visa is issued for them, according to which they can live in Australia. In the future, you can start obtaining citizenship.
The person to whom the relatives are going to move must be ready to pay for the move and the first time of residence.
Other
A person who wants to marry an Australian citizen is issued a visa for 9 months. During this time, you need to formalize the relationship, after which a residence permit is issued for 2 years. At first, the family is monitored, they find out whether it is a fictitious marriage, after several years of living together, the checks are stopped, and the spouse can count on obtaining citizenship.
Investing money in the Australian economy promises a person not only receiving Residence permit, but also improving their financial condition.
By program "Investor stream" the investor must fulfill the following conditions:
- Buy shares of a company in the state where it plans to conduct further activities, by $ 1.5 million;
- Have more management experience 3 years old;
- Have assets worth $ 2.25 million;
- For at least 1 year, the investor managed the company, where he had at least 10% shares.
By program "Significant Investor stream" need to invest 5 million, of which 1.5 million in those companies that the authorities recommend, invest the rest in other firms at their discretion.
According to the third option "Premium Investor stream" invest in the country's economy from 15 million dollars... This option gives you the right to permanent residence. Investments in any of the programs pay off and after a certain time they begin to bring additional income.
Terms and costs of registration
The processing time is individual. If all the documents have been collected and executed, then the verification procedure will take at least a month on average. The embassy issues a receipt for the payment of the consular fee in the amount of 130 Australian dollars.
What to do if a rejection is received
If the answer is negative, it is necessary to file a complaint against the actions of the embassy, demand to explain the reasons. Perhaps they refused due to incorrectly executed documents. It is worth trying again, and if the refusal is again received, file a claim in court.
Period of validity of a residence permit in Australia
Typically, a residence permit is issued for 5 years (permanent resident visa), after the expiration of the term, a return resident visa is issued. If there were no violations of the laws of the country, then there are no problems with the extension of the residence permit.
Students receive a residence permit during the period of study. Refugees until the situation at home stabilizes.
Grounds for loss of residence permit status in Australia
The status is lost if a person has violated the laws of the state or has been absent from the territory of the country for a long time.
Reviews from those who received a residence permit in Australia
On thematic forums, people share their impressions of life in Australia.
Maria:She moved to her husband 4 years ago. We were pleasantly surprised by the clean streets, the friendly attitude of the locals, the roads are almost perfect. For a long time I could not meet anyone, at first I missed my relatives and friends. Now I have acquired acquaintances, friends, got used to the way of life. I don’t regret moving, here you can feel the stability in the future.
Alla:I live in Melbourne, conditions are good, but prices are very high. On average, one family spends from 4 to 6 thousand dollars a month. Dear kindergartens, I give almost $ 100 a day, but I am glad that primary education is free. In general, I like it, people are mostly friendly, there is no negativity, a good climate.
Citizens of the Russian Federation can obtain a residence permit in Australia in different ways. The status allows you to find a high-paying job, get a high-quality education, in the future you can apply for permanent residence or citizenship. For wealthier people, investing in the country's economy would be a good option.
