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Welcome to 'Get PR Faster' hosted by Johnny Kong, Principal Lawyer of Riverwood Migration Lawyers. Join us for expert insights, tips, and strategies to navigate Australian immigration and achieve permanent residency faster. From visa options to English requirements, we've got you covered. Subscribe now and accelerate your PR journey!

  1. 14H AGO

    [51] Which Degrees Actually Lead to PR in Australia?

    If you are choosing a degree with migration in mind — or already studying in Australia and unsure whether your current pathway still works — this episode is for you. Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong continues his real-world ranking of occupations based on actual migration outcomes, not popularity or marketing claims. This ranking focuses on the professions students ask about most: IT, engineering, trades, early childhood teaching, and nursing — assessed based on invitation trends, points outcomes, and employer sponsorship data heading into 2026. Here, Johnny explains which occupations still offer viable PR pathways, which have become significantly harder, and what conditions actually matter if your goal is permanent residency. What’s covered: Why IT and ICT occupations are now effectively Tier 4 for 189 — and what still works through 190 or 491 Why employer sponsorship (482) has become the main pathway for most IT professionals Engineering migration prospects and which streams continue to receive invitations Motor Vehicle Mechanics and the reality of regional demand Construction trades and the ongoing 65-point invitation pattern Early Childhood Teachers — what changed after last year’s surge Why nursing remains Tier 1 and the most stable migration pathway Common mistakes when choosing the wrong skill level or occupation This is not a promise of PR. It’s a reality-based breakdown of migration risk, demand, and strategy, grounded in how invitations are actually being issued. Comment your current degree or occupation below. 📌 Need Professional Advice? 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer #australiamigration #PRplanning #ITmigration #TradesMigration #NursingPR #MigrationLawyer #RiverwoodMigration Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Australian migration law is complex and subject to change, and outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances. Readers are strongly advised to seek advice from a qualified and registered migration lawyer before making any decisions.

    6 min

  2. FEB 2

    [50] Is PR for IT & Accounting Still Possible in 2026?

    If you’re currently studying — or planning to complete — a Master’s degree in Accounting or IT, and you’re concerned about permanent residency outcomes, this episode is for you. Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong explains why Accounting and IT master’s degrees on their own no longer offer a reliable PR pathway — and outlines a practical Plan B that many graduates overlook. That Plan B is not starting over. It’s adding a skilled trades pathway alongside your existing qualification. Rather than abandoning your degree, this discussion focuses on how to use your current visa status strategically, reduce migration risk, and create an alternative PR option when your primary occupation is no longer competitive. What’s covered: Why Accounting and IT master’s degrees now struggle as PR pathways • When and why a Plan B becomes necessary • Studying a Certificate III trade course alongside your degree • How the Job Ready Program works for trade occupations • Skills assessment, work experience, and realistic timelines • Cost considerations, including CoE versus non-CoE study options This is not about guarantees. It’s about risk management, timing, and realistic planning when your original pathway no longer works. Comment your current degree or visa below. 📌 Need Professional Advice? 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer #australiamigration #PRplanning #Accounting #ITGraduates #TradesMigration #JobReadyProgram #MigrationLawyer #RiverwoodMigration Disclaimer: The information provided in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Australian migration law is complex and subject to change, and outcomes may vary depending on individual circumstances. Before making any decisions, viewers are strongly advised to seek advice from a qualified and registered migration lawyer.

    5 min

  3. JAN 26

    [49] PR Pathways 2026: How Is Your Occupation Performing?

    If you’re choosing a course with Australian permanent residency in mind, this episode is for you. Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong reviews a range of popular migration-focused study options and ranks them based on how difficult PR pathways have become in 2026. Many degrees remain popular — but no longer offer a clear or direct route to permanent residency. This discussion focuses on the harder side of PR planning: courses that are increasingly dependent on employer sponsorship (482 → 186 / 494), higher points thresholds, or more complex and competitive state nomination outcomes. What’s covered: Why business, marketing, finance and economics struggle as PR pathways • Psychology, architecture and other long-study professions with high migration barriers • Hospitality and cookery: oversupply versus the reality of sponsorship pathways • Accounting and social work — what still works, and where limitations now exist • Why “popular courses” no longer mean “easier PR” in 2026 This is not about discouraging study choices. It’s about understanding migration difficulty early, so planning can be realistic and costly detours can be avoided. Comment your course or occupation below. 📌 Need Professional Advice? 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer Not sure whether your current job or course actually supports a PR pathway? Comment “PR” and you’ll receive a free skills and pathway checklist. #PRPathways #AustralianMigration #482Visa #186Visa #EmployerSponsorship #MigrationLawyer #RiverwoodMigration

    8 min

  4. JAN 19

    [48] Employer Sponsorship Explained: 482 vs 186

    When it comes to employer sponsorship, many people assume the 482 visa is always the starting point. In reality, that isn’t always the most logical — or cost-effective — option. In this episode, Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong explains how the 186 Employer Nomination Scheme works from the employer’s perspective, and why, in many cases, sponsoring someone directly for permanent residency under the 186 Direct Entry stream can actually be cheaper and more commercially sensible than starting with a 482. This discussion builds on earlier coverage of the 482 Skills in Demand visa and focuses specifically on the 186 side of employer sponsorship. What’s covered: The core difference between 482 (temporary work rights) and 186 (direct permanent residency) The three 186 streams — Direct Entry, Transition, and Labour Agreement (and why Direct Entry is the focus here) Why Labour Market Testing is optional for 186 Direct Entry — and why it’s still often recommended Financial capacity, salary alignment, and the “commercial sense” test Why sponsoring an existing employee is often easier than sponsoring externally SAF levy costs for 186 and how they compare to the 482 → 186 pathway Work experience, skills assessment, and eligibility considerations What happens after PR is granted — including employee mobility and retention risks Processing time expectations and bridging visa work rights Why nomination quality matters, and how refusal affects the overall outcome This is not about presenting employer sponsorship as a guarantee. It’s about understanding how the system actually works — legally, commercially, and practically — before making decisions as either an employer or a sponsored employee. If you’re an employer considering sponsorship, or a worker assessing whether 186 Direct Entry may be possible, this episode provides the clarity most people don’t get upfront. 📌 Need Professional Advice? 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer #australiamigration #employersponsorship #186visa #186directentry #482visa #migrationlawyer #riverwoodmigration Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Australian migration law is complex and subject to change, and outcomes vary depending on individual circumstances. Readers are strongly advised to seek advice from a qualified and registered migration lawyer before making any decisions.

    8 min

  5. JAN 12

    [47] Employer Sponsorship in Australia: 482, 186 & What Both Sides Must Know?

    With Australia’s migration system shifting away from points-tested visas, employer sponsorship has become one of the main PR pathways. This episode explains the 482 Skills in Demand visa from both the employer’s and employee’s perspective — so sponsorship decisions are made with clarity, not assumptions. Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong breaks down: What the 482 visa actually allows and requires Employer obligations, Labour Market Testing, and salary rules SAF levy costs and business viability checks Visa conditions, termination rights, and the 180-day rule Key risks for employees during sponsorship and PR transition This is not about guarantees. It’s about understanding the structure, costs, and risks before committing. If you’re an employer considering sponsorship, or an employee being offered a 482 pathway, this episode gives you the essential talking points. 📌 Need Professional Advice? 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer #australiamigration #482visa #employersponsorship #skillsindemand #migrationlawyer #riverwoodmigration Disclaimer: The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Australian migration law is complex and subject to change. Seek advice from a qualified and registered migration lawyer before making decisions.

    11 min

  6. JAN 5

    [46] Studied in Australia but still confused about PR?

    Here’s the reality many people only realise too late: having a job does not automatically help with migration. This breakdown explains what PR pathways after graduation actually look like — and where most people go wrong. What’s covered: • How point-tested visas really work (189 / 190 / 491) • Why most casual or part-time jobs don’t count for PR • The common misconception around working at Woolworths or similar roles • What immigration actually assesses: skills, not job titles • Why employer sponsorship is harder — and riskier — than many expect If you’re serious about PR, this helps you avoid wasted time, false assumptions, and costly detours. Follow for weekly PR insights. Migration rules change fast — and we don’t revise old content. Staying informed matters. 📅 Book a consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation   📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com  💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer Not sure whether your current job or course actually supports a PR pathway? Comment “PR” and you’ll receive a free skills and pathway checklist. #AustralianPR #SkilledMigration #189Visa #190Visa #491Visa #InternationalStudentsAustralia #EmployerSponsorship #MigrationReality

    5 min

  7. 12/29/2025

    [45] Why do some high-point applicants still miss out on 189 visa invitations?

    Why do some high-point applicants still miss out on 189 visa invitations? Many people assume that higher points automatically mean a better chance of receiving a 189 invitation. In reality, that assumption no longer holds. Here, Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong breaks down how 189 occupation quotas may actually be structured — and why points alone are often not enough. This breakdown covers: • The tier system behind 189 invitations • Why some occupations receive little or no quota • How recent invitation rounds clearly reflect this pattern • What high-point applicants often misunderstand about ranking If you’re planning Australian PR under the 189, 190 or 491 pathway, this is essential reading before making decisions based on invitation trends alone. For professional migration advice tailored to your situation: 📅 Book a lawyer consultation https://www.riverwoodmigration.com/book-a-consultation 📧 Email enquiry@riverwoodmigration.com 💬 Chat with Johnny https://linktr.ee/johnny_lawyer #189VisaAustralia #189InvitationRound #OccupationQuota #AustralianSkilledMigration #GSMVisa #EOIPoints #AustralianPR #189VisaExplained #189vs190 #491VisaAustralia #MigrationLawyerAustralia #PRStrategy

    7 min

  8. 12/22/2025

    [44] Australia PR in 2026: 482, 186, Trades & What Next?

    PR still on your Christmas wish list? You’re not the only one. 2025 reshaped Australia’s migration system more than most people realise — and the direction for 2026 is becoming increasingly clear. In this episode, Australian migration lawyer Johnny Kong breaks down what actually changed in 2025 and what migrants should realistically focus on next if permanent residency is the goal. This isn’t about shortcuts or hype. It’s about how Australia’s migration system is operating right now — and how to position yourself properly. What we cover in this episode: • Key changes to the 482 visa
 • How the 186 transition stream works in practice
 • Why trade qualifications continue to hold a PR advantage
 • The reality of points-tested visas going into 2026
 • How to prepare now if you don’t yet have PR If you’re on a student visa, 485, or employer-sponsored pathway, this episode is for you. What’s on your PR wish list for 2026?
Comment your occupation or current visa below. We don’t update old episodes — follow for weekly, current PR insights. 📅 Book a lawyer consultation: https://calendly.com/getprfaster
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    5 min
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Welcome to 'Get PR Faster' hosted by Johnny Kong, Principal Lawyer of Riverwood Migration Lawyers. Join us for expert insights, tips, and strategies to navigate Australian immigration and achieve permanent residency faster. From visa options to English requirements, we've got you covered. Subscribe now and accelerate your PR journey!

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  • Creator
    Johnny Kong
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    51
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