The 887 visa, also known as the Skilled Regional Visa, is a pathway to permanent residency (PR) for individuals who have lived and worked in specified regional areas of Australia. This visa is specifically designed for those who hold or have held certain provisional visas, such as the 489, 495, 496, 475, or 487 visas, or the Bridging Visa A or B after applying for a subclass 489, 495, or 487 visa. It enables visa holders to settle permanently in Australia and access all the benefits that come with permanent residency.