Permanent Residence visas for Australia are visas that provide the holder with the ability to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis. There are several different Permanent Residence visas available, including:

• Subclass 189 Skilled Independent visa: This visa is for skilled workers who are not sponsored by an employer or a state/territory government and who meet the points-based assessment criteria.
• Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated visa: This visa is for skilled workers who are nominated by a state/territory government and who meet the points-based assessment criteria.
• Subclass 887 Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa: This visa is for skilled workers who have lived and worked in a regional area of Australia for at least two years on a Subclass 482 Temporary Work visa (TSS) or a Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme visa.

Eligibility criteria for these visas include:

• Meeting the relevant points-based assessment criteria
• Holding a nominated skilled occupation that is in demand in Australia
• Having a suitable level of English language proficiency
• Meeting the relevant work and residence requirements
• A good character and no health or security concerns

These visas are applied for online and allow the holder to live and work in Australia on a permanent basis, with access to government services and the ability to bring eligible family members to Australia. Note that the specific eligibility criteria, processing time, and cost can vary depending on the type of visa and the individual’s circumstances.