Already living in Australia? Statistic shows that your chances to a permanent residency may be greater than those living offshore.
- Fortuno Lawyers
- Sep 10
- 2 min read
The majority of Australian migration comes from temporary visa entrants, such as student visa holders, graduate visa holders, working holiday makers, and more.
If you are one of these visa holders, the good news is that you may be more eligible for the permanent migration program than you might have thought.
In 2023–24, a large share of permanent residency visas were granted to applicants already in Australia:
61% of skilled visas
47% of family visas
For those considering migration pathways to Australia, expert professional advice to effectively secure your permanent migration is more important than ever.
The path to permanent residency does not have to be complicated. We are here to help.
Where We Can Help
The Skilled Stream Visa Applications
Breakdown of skilled stream places for 2025–26:
Employer Sponsored visas: 44,000
Skilled Independent visas: 16,900
Regional visas: 33,000
State/Territory Nominated visas: 33,000
Business Innovation & Investment visas: 1,000
Talent and Innovation visas: 4,300 (transitioning from the Global Talent and Distinguished Talent categories)
Where Our Legal Advice Can Help
Employer Sponsored visas: Employers must meet strict sponsorship and compliance obligations. Failure to structure applications correctly can delay approvals.
Regional and State/Territory Nominated visas: Each State and Territory applies its own criteria in regard to visa applications. Preparing a competitive application requires profound understanding of the nuanced requirements across different states.
Talent and Innovation visas: This new category consolidates the former Global Talent and Distinguished Talent visas. Assessing eligibility under the new National Innovation visa framework is complex, and professional guidance can help applicants avoid costly missteps.
Family Migration Stream – A Vital but Complex Pathway
The family stream has been maintained at 52,500 places, offering critical opportunities for Australians to reunite with their loved ones.
Partner visas (40,500): Now demand-driven, meaning numbers can fluctuate. Processing delays and documentary requirements are common pitfalls.
Parent visas (8,500): High demand continues to drive long wait times, requiring careful planning.
Child visas (3,000): Although demand-driven, strict evidentiary requirements apply, particularly in complex custody or adoption situations.
Where Fortuno Lawyers Can Help
Partner visas often require substantial evidence of relationship genuineness. Applications are frequently refused on documentary grounds, and getting this correct from the outset of the application is critical to secure a permanent visa to Australia.
Parent visas involve navigating long queues and assessing alternative pathways.
Child visas require careful attention to international custody and guardianship rules.
Contact us to learn more about your options to migrate to Australia.
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