187 RSMS VISA – WORK IN REGIONAL AUSTRALIA

The subclass 187 visa is part of the Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (RSMS). The 187 visa allows Australian employers to sponsor foreign employees to live and work in regional Australia permanently. Areas outside of the Gold Coast, Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong and Melbourne are classified as regional in respect to the 187 visa scheme. The RSMS 187 visa is a great pathway to permanent residency in Australia.

Note: The 187 RSMS Scheme is undergoing changes, please contact us for up to date advice.

RSMS 187 visa – the basics

• Applicants must be less than 45 years of age when making the application
• Be nominated by an approved Australian employer, who will sponsor them in a position in regional Australia
• Have the required skills and/or qualifications to perform the position
• Be paid the market rate salary
• There are exemptions available in some circumstances. Please contact us to find out if you are eligible for the RSMS 187 visa scheme.

The 187 Visa has three streams

The entry stream that you are eligible for will depend on your current situation and will be evaluated by our team.