For Canadians, the most popular PR pathways include:

  • Subclass 189 Skilled Independent Visa – No state/territory sponsorship required.
  • Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated Visa – Requires nomination from an Australian state or territory.
  • Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa – Leads to PR after living/working in a regional area.

Other routes include employer-sponsored visas (Subclass 186), the Global Talent Visa, and Partner visas. The best pathway depends on your occupation, skills, and eligibility. Full details can be found on the Home Affairs Skilled Migration page.