EMPLOYER SPONSORED
Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme (Subclass 187) — Temporary Residence Transition
The RSMS 187 visa is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers in regional Australia. Previously, it had Direct Entry and Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) streams. Direct Entry is now closed to new applicants; the TRT stream remains available for eligible transitional 457 and TSS (482) holders.
Temporary Residence Transition (TRT) Stream
The TRT stream is for 457/482 holders who have worked for their nominating employer for at least two years in the same occupation. The employer must lodge a valid TRT nomination and offer a permanent position.
Highlights
- Permanent residence in Australia.
- Work and study rights.
- Eligibility to apply for Australian citizenship (if applicable).
- Include eligible family members as permanent residents.
- Five‑year travel facility from visa grant.
Key Requirements (TRT)
- You are a transitional subclass 457 or subclass 482 worker.
- You hold a substantive visa or a Bridging A/B/C attached to a pending 482, 186 or 187.
- You have worked full‑time for your nominating employer in regional Australia for at least 2 years (while on 457/TSS) in the same occupation.
- Your employer has lodged a valid TRT nomination within 6 months before your application and offers a permanent position in that occupation.
Employer & Role Requirements
- Business must be actively and lawfully operating in regional Australia (not including Gold Coast, Brisbane, Newcastle, Sydney, Wollongong, Melbourne).
- Role must be a paid, full‑time skilled position for at least 2 years and remunerated at market salary rates.
- Employer and applicant must comply with Australian workplace relations and immigration laws.
- Sponsoring business should have a good record and no adverse information.
