Subclass 491
The Skilled Work Regional Provisional Visa
Why Apply for a Subclass 491 visa?
The Subclass 491 is a provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state, territory, or eligible relative to live and work in a designated regional area. It is valid for up to 5 years and offers a pathway to permanent residency after 3 years of living and working in the region.
Advantages
- Stay in Australia for up to 5 years
- Travel in and out of Australia multiple times
- Pathway to permanent residency after 3 years in a regional area
- Work in any occupation and for any employer in the region
Requirements
- Sponsored by an eligible relative or nominated by a state/territory government
- Occupation on the Skilled Occupation List
- Under 45 years of age
- Minimum 65 points on the points test
- Meet character and health requirements
- Meet English language, health, and character requirements
