10% of the population in Australia lives on a temporary visa

If you’re already in Australia, you’ve probably thought this at some point:“I’m already here… now I need to figure out how to stay.”

Today, around 2.9 million people live in Australia on temporary visas, which represents approximately 10% of the country’s total population. In other words, 1 in every 10 people lives with a status that does not guarantee long-term permanence.

Australia offers real opportunities, but it also has a highly structured, demanding, and strategic migration system. Here, it’s not enough to work hard or “hope something works out.”Staying requires conscious migration planning.

And that’s where many dreams stall.

The truth few people talk about: most live in “temporary mode”

Students, graduates, workers, partners, professionals…Thousands of people spend years renewing visas, changing status, or relying on bridging visas, without a clear pathway to permanent residency.

The problem isn’t lack of motivation.The problem is not having a migration plan aligned with real objectives.

The Australian system—regulated by the Department of Home Affairs and overseen by OMARA—doesn’t operate on intuition. It works through criteria, points, evidence, and precise documentation.

Those who don’t understand this in time risk:

• Getting stuck on temporary visas

• Losing opportunities due to avoidable mistakes

• Making decisions that close future migration pathways

So… why do some people actually manage to stay?

The data reveals something important: more than 50% of permanent residencies are granted to people who were already in Australia on a temporary visa.

This confirms two key things:

• Yes, it is possible to stay

• It’s not automatic, and it’s not for everyone

Those who move forward usually share something in common:👉 clear goals + migration strategy + well-prepared documentation

They don’t improvise.They design their path.

Documentation: the detail that defines your future

One of the most common mistakes among people already in Australia is underestimating documentation.

To move forward with:

• Australian work visas

• Points-tested permanent visas

• Employer sponsorship

• Skills Assessment Australia

Your documents must:

• Be complete

• Be consistent with each other

• Meet official requirements exactly

• Be correctly translated into English

“Homemade” translations are not accepted. Australia requires NAATI-certified translations, completed by accredited translators and recognized by the migration system.

At Entrelingo Translations, we understand that a properly translated document is not just paperwork—it’s a strategic tool that allows your profile to be clearly understood, accurately assessed, and properly valued.

A gift for you that will change your perspective: a migration goals board

📄 “Your vision board can come true (if you build it with migration strategy)”

This is not empty motivational content. It’s a practical guide for people already in Australia who want to:

• Turn a temporary stay into a long-term project

• Make intentional migration decisions

• Avoid mistakes that close pathways

• Align their dreams with the real requirements of the Australian system

It helps you organize your vision, bring your goals down to earth, and connect what you want with concrete migration actions.

Staying in Australia is a strategic decision

Living in Australia on a temporary visa is common.Managing to stay and move forward is a conscious choice.

It’s not about luck. It’s about:

• Correct information

• Well-prepared documentation

• Strategy from today—not when your visa is about to expire

Your goals board can come true—but only when it stops being a wish and becomes a real migration plan. Download it here.

At Entrelingo Translations, we’re here to help you build that path with clarity, structure, and professional support.

If you need a fast, valid, and stress-free solution, this service can make the difference between a night of anxiety and a process resolved on time. Click here to access it.

👉 Book your free consultation today to help you reach your migration goals in Australia. Click here to reserve your free consultation.

If you’d like to connect with other migrant professionals and get support in your migration journey, we invite you to join our Latino Professionals in Australia community. Share your experiences, resolve doubts, and find support as you move forward toward permanent residency in Australia.

If you are in Australia and still haven’t found a job, JobPRO Talent by Entrelingo is your ideal ally. We connect you with Australian employers who value your international experience, provide personalised advice on visas and Skills Assessment, and help you plan your career step by step. You are not alone! Join our community of successful migrants and start building your professional future in Australia.

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