Sri Lankan Civil Engineer's Australian PR Journey PR| From Student Dependent to Permanent Resident

In this inspiring episode, we talk to a Sri Lankan Civil Engineer who migrated to Australia with over 12 years of industry experience. His journey began when he came as a student dependent while his wife pursued a Master’s degree in Tasmania.

From there, he landed a 482 visa (Temporary Skill Shortage) sponsored by a Tasmanian local city council, and within just 18 months, he secured a 186 visa (Employer Nomination Scheme) — all through the same employer. This led to Australian Permanent Residency (PR), and soon after, they purchased their first home in Australia with only a 5% deposit thanks to the First Home Buyer Government Scheme

In This Video, You’ll Learn:
✅ Australian Student visa application process
✅ Civil Engineer job application process and interview process
✅ Australian Civil Engineer work environment
✅ How he transitioned from a dependent visa to employer-sponsored visas (482 ➔ 186) in Tasmania.
✅ Key strategies for securing sponsorship with a Tasmanian city council as a Civil Engineer.
✅ Navigating the 186 visa (Direct Entry Stream) process for Permanent Residency (PR).
✅ Leveraging Australian government schemes for first-home buyers (5% deposit + grants).
✅ Tips for accelerating your migration journey in regional Australia.

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Disclaimer: This video is based on personal experiences. Always consult a registered migration agent for tailored advice.