The Pacific Engagement Visa is a new permanent resident visa program for participating countries

Each year, up to 3,000 visas, inclusive of partners and dependent children, will be allocated to Pacific

islanders from participating countries through a ballot process. Eligible nationals of participating

Countries can register for the ballot, including PALM scheme workers on a valid temporary visa.

The Pacific Engagement Visa seeks to grow Australia’s Pacific and Timor-Leste diaspora and build on our

strong people-to-people links and encourage greater cultural, business, investment and educational

exchange.