PR vs 457

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AidanrMember31 January 2017 09:37:37

Hi everyone,

I am currently on a dependent 457 visa (my wife as primary) and we are thinking of applying for a permanent resident visa here in Australia. We moved to Perth in March 2016 and I have been having trouble getting a job since then. (I have a degree in accounting and is sitting for my CPA)

I was just wondering does having a PR increases your chances of getting a job? I have had a couple of calls when i was looking for work saying that they prefer people with PR rather than 457.

Really looking forward to hearing everyone's opinion! Thank you!

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GuestPoster173Guest06 February 2017 07:48:28

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Many employers prefer permanent residents. If your long-term plan is to remain in Australia, then that's what you should be aiming for anyway. There are many other advantages in being a permanent resident.

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