Australia's government will open registrations for the
Pacific Engagement Visa program on 3 June, aiming to strengthen
connections with Pacific Island nations and Timor-Leste.
The Pacific Engagement Visa is a new permanent resident visa for
participating countries across the Pacific and Timor-Leste which
will deepen connections between Australia and the region.
The program allows up to 3000 nationals annually to migrate to
Australia as permanent residents, chosen through an online ballot
system.
Applicants must secure a job offer in Australia and meet health
and character requirements for visa approval.
Countries currently participating in the Pacific Engagement Visa
include the Federated States of Micronesia, Fiji, Nauru, Palau,
Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, Timor-Leste, Tonga, Tuvalu and
Vanuatu.
