Permanent residence (PR) options from India
Permanent residence lets you live, work and study in a country without an end date. For Indian applicants the main skilled routes are Canada Express Entry and Provincial Nominee Programs, Australia's points-tested visas, and New Zealand's Skilled Migrant Category. Your age, education, work experience and language scores decide which route is realistic.
Choose an option
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Canada Express Entry
Points-ranked PR for skilled workers, managed by IRCC.
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Canada PNP
Provinces nominate candidates who meet local labour needs.
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Australia skilled (189, 190, 491)
Points-tested skilled visas through SkillSelect.
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New Zealand Skilled Migrant
Residence for skilled workers with a New Zealand job offer.
Which PR route suits me?
- Strong English or French and a degree: Canada Express Entry is often the first route to check.
- Skills needed in a particular province: Canada PNP can add a nomination.
- Occupation on Australia's skilled lists: Australia skilled (189, 190, 491).
- Skilled job offer in New Zealand: New Zealand Skilled Migrant.
What do all PR applications need?
- Valid passport and identity documents.
- Language test results from an approved test.
- Education assessment or skills assessment where required.
- Work experience letters with duties, hours and salary.
- Police certificates and medical exams for every family member included.
- Proof of funds where the programme requires it.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between PR and a work permit?
PR lets you live and work in the country without an end date, subject to residence rules. A work permit is temporary and usually tied to a job, employer or time limit.
Can my family be included in my PR application?
Most PR programmes let you include a spouse or partner and dependent children. Each family member must pass medical and security checks.