For those who want to keep or regain their permanent residency status in Australia.
Visa Subclass 155 (Five Year Resident Return):
If you your permanent visa has expired (or is about to expire), you might be eligible to apply for visa 155, which is a Permanent visa that lets you keep or regain your status of permanent resident. This visa allows you to live and work full-time anywhere in Australia and leads to citizenship.
Visa Subclass 151 (Former Resident):
If you want to regain your status as permanent resident to return to Australia, but do not qualify for visa 155 above, you might be eligible to apply for visa 151. This is a Permanent visa that allows you to live and work full-time anywhere in Australia and leads to citizenship. Partner and dependents may be included.
Visa Subclass 157 (Three Month Resident Return):
If you do not qualify for visas 151 and 155 visa above, you may be eligible to apply for this Permanent visa, allowing you to live and work full-time anywhere in Australia.
