Canadians can apply for Australian PR under several visa categories. The table below has complete details of the Australian PR visas available for Canadians:
| Visa Category | Visa Subclass | Description |
| General Skilled Migration (GSM) Visas | Subclass 189 | Skilled Independent Visa – for skilled workers without state/territory or employer sponsorship. |
| Subclass 190 | Skilled Nominated Visa – requires state/territory nomination. | |
| Subclass 491 | Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa – for regional work/living, with a pathway to PR. | |
| Employer-Sponsored Visas | Subclass 186 | Employer Nomination Scheme (ENS) Visa – permanent visa for skilled workers sponsored by an approved employer. |
| Subclass 187 | Regional Sponsored Migration Scheme Visa – closed to new applications. | |
| Other PR Options | Global Talent Visa | For highly skilled professionals in priority sectors. |
| Business Innovation & Investment Visas | For investors and business owners meeting investment or turnover requirements. | |
| Subclass 801 | Partner Visa – for spouses or de facto partners of Australian citizens/permanent residents. | |
| Parent Visas | For parents of Australian citizens or permanent residents. |