Pacific Engagement Visa Ballot Now Open for 2025–26!

Explore Your Future in Australia with the Pacific Engagement Visa

Are you dreaming of a fresh start in Australia? The Pacific Engagement Visa (PEV) could be your gateway. Offering 3,000 places each year, this exciting new visa supports eligible nationals from 12 participating countries to live, work, and study in Australia permanently. Registration for the 2025–26 ballot is open from 28 July to 25 August 2025.

But this visa is more than a move—it’s a meaningful connection between Australia and its Pacific neighbours, including Timor-Leste. Whether you’re pursuing new career opportunities, seeking a better education for your children, or planning to reunite with family, the PEV is designed to help build a brighter, more stable future.

Why the PEV Matters

The PEV isn’t just another immigration program. It’s a permanent residency pathway tailored specifically for citizens of select Pacific Island nations and Timor-Leste. It was created to strengthen cultural, social, and economic ties in the region. Unlike many visas, it welcomes people regardless of skill level or occupation.

Key Benefits of the PEV

• Permanent Residency: Build a long-term home in Australia.
• Medicare Access: Enjoy full health care support.
• Public Education: Enrol your children in Australian schools.
• Family Reunification: Bring eligible family members with you.
• Cultural Belonging: Stay connected to your roots while growing in a new environment.

Since its inception, over 1,000 people have already benefited from the PEV. This is your chance to join them.

How the PEV Ballot Works

To be considered for the PEV, you must first register for the official ballot.

• Registration Period: 28 July – 25 August 2025
• Cost: Completely free
• Where to Register: Online via official government channels
• Selection Process: Random draw to ensure fairness and equity

Only those selected in the draw will be invited to complete the full visa application.

PEV Eligibility Requirements

You must be a citizen of one of the 12 participating countries, which includes nations such as the Federated States of Micronesia, Samoa, Fiji, and Timor-Leste. There are no minimum skills, education, or employment requirements to enter the ballot.

What Happens After Selection?

If selected, you’ll be invited to apply for the visa. Here are the next steps:

• Undergo health and character checks
• Submit identity and travel documents
• Show proof of family ties (if applicable)
• Demonstrate financial support capacity
• Pay applicable visa application fees

Selection from the ballot does not guarantee visa approval. However, it allows you to apply for permanent residency for yourself and your family.

A Real Opportunity for Pacific Families

Imagine Ana, a teacher from Samoa. She entered the ballot last year and was selected. Today, she lives in Brisbane with her children, working in education and helping other Pacific families feel at home. The PEV opened doors not only for her career but for her children’s future.

Need Help with the Application?

Navigating the PEV process can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone. Our team at Absolute Immigration is here to support you with:

• Ballot registration
• Document preparation
• Visa application submissions
• Ongoing migration advice

Quick Recap

• 📅 Ballot open: 28 July – 25 August 2025
• 🌐 Apply online: Official government portal
• 🌐 Cost to enter: Free
• 🌎 3,000 spots available
• 🌿 Open to 12 Pacific nations and Timor-Leste
• 🏡 Permanent residency benefits for you and your family

What do you think?

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