In this blog is Deraj’s story. A story of courage, patience and what happens when you commit to your goals and surround yourself with people who help you get there.
We sat down with him to celebrate something big: He received his Subclass 186 Permanent Residency Visa. 🥳
And trust us, his smile said everything.
Where It All Began
Debraj arrived in Australia back in 2017 on an employer-sponsored visa. Like many students leaving their home country to start afresh, he wasn’t quite sure what the future would look like. But he was determined to make it all work.
A year later, he visited us here at Pathway to Aus in Gold Coast to explore what might be possible.
That conversation planted a seed:
“You can study cookery and start building your pathway from there.”
So he did.
No shortcuts. Just steady progress, hard work, and a clear guided plan.
In His Own Words
Sometimes, the best part of what we do is hearing how our clients felt along their journey.
When asked what he would tell others who want to study or get PR in Australia, Debraj said something that touched us deeply:
“Just trust you and follow what you say. I felt very trusted with you guys.”
He even shared a piece of advice for future students:
“Don’t keep looking for different lawyers. I’ve known Nick for so long. Pathway to Aus guided me the whole way.”
It’s moments like these that remind us why we love doing what we do.
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What is a 186 Visa and Why Do Many Students Choose It?
The Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme Visa allows skilled workers to transition into permanent residency through an employer sponsor.
It’s a popular pathway for students who:
✔ Study in Australia
✔ Work in their field
✔ Gain employer support
✔ Transition from a 482 visa to PR
Many people in cookery, hospitality, trades, nursing, IT, engineering and more follow this path successfully one step at a time.
More Than Just a Visa. It’s a Life Change
For Debraj, getting PR wasn’t just a change in visa status. It meant belonging and stability. A future he could confidently build.
A chance to live, work and grow in Australia without having to look over his shoulder at expiry dates and visa deadlines.
And that’s what we want for every student who walks through our doors.
How Pathway to Aus Can Support Your Journey
Everyone’s migration plan looks different. But you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Here at Pathway to Aus, we help students with:
📘 Study pathways and school selection
📝 Student visas and extensions
🤝 Employer sponsorship guidance
🏠 Permanent residency strategy & support
We won’t just help you find a course. We’ll help you build a future.
Ready to Start Your Own Story?
If Debraj’s journey inspires you, maybe this is your sign to take the first step.
You might start as a student, work your way into a role, and one day, hold your permanent residency just like he does today.
Big dreams start with small decisions. Enquire here.
Book a Consultation
If you’re planning to study or work in Australia and want to map out your PR pathway, we’d love to help.
👉 Book a consultation with Pathway to Aus
👉 Message us for course recommendations
👉 Ask us about cookery, trades, nursing, hospitality & more
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