Australia Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa – Subclass 491
🌏 Work & Live in Regional Australia with a Pathway to Permanent Residency!
Program Overview
The Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa – Subclass 491 is a temporary visa for skilled workers and their families who want to live, work, and study in designated regional areas of Australia for up to four years. This visa is ideal for those who:
✔ Have an in-demand occupation listed on the Skilled Occupation List
✔ Receive sponsorship from a regional state/territory or an eligible family member
✔ Do not qualify for the standard 65-point requirement for PR under Subclass 189
📌 Live for at least 2 years & work for 1 year in a regional area to qualify for Permanent Residency!
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Pathways for Subclass 491 Visa
1️⃣ The Invited Pathway
To qualify, you must be nominated by:
✔ An Australian state or territory government, OR
✔ An eligible relative living in a designated regional area
2️⃣ The Extended Stay Pathway
✔ You must already hold a provisional visa under Subclass 475, 487, 495, or 496
✔ You will receive a 4-year visa extension from the date your first provisional visa was granted
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Eligibility Criteria
To apply for the Subclass 491 Visa, you must meet the following requirements:
✅ Occupation: Your job must be listed in the Consolidated Skilled Occupation List (CSOL)
✅ Points-Based System: Score at least 65 points (Check your points here)
✅ State/Territory Sponsorship: Must be nominated by a regional government
✅ Age Limit: Must be under 45 years old
✅ Skills Assessment: Obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant authority
✅ English Proficiency: Meet minimum language requirements (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL)
✅ Work Experience: Must meet the required experience for state/territory sponsorship
✅ Expression of Interest (EOI): Submit an EOI via SkillSelect
✅ Health & Character Requirements: Undergo medical & police clearance checks
📌 Once granted, you must live and work in your sponsoring state/territory for at least 2 years.
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Eligible Engineering Qualifications
✔ Live & work in regional Australia for up to 4 years
✔ Full work & study rights in specified regional areas
✔ Travel freely in & out of Australia while the visa is valid
✔ Include family members (spouse & children) in your application
✔ Eligibility to apply for Permanent Residency (Subclass 191) after 3 years
📌 Subclass 491 Visa is a fast-track pathway to Australian PR!
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Benefits of Subclass 491 Visa
✔ Live & work in regional Australia for up to 4 years
✔ Full work & study rights in specified regional areas
✔ Travel freely in & out of Australia while the visa is valid
✔ Include family members (spouse & children) in your application
✔ Eligibility to apply for Permanent Residency (Subclass 191) after 3 years
📌 Subclass 491 Visa is a fast-track pathway to Australian PR!
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Subclass 491 Visa Points System
The Subclass 491 Visa operates on a points-based selection system similar to the Skilled Independent Visa (Subclass 189). Points are allocated based on:
✔ Age
✔ Education & Qualifications
✔ Work Experience (Australia & Overseas)
✔ English Language Proficiency (IELTS/PTE/TOEFL)
✔ State/Territory Nomination (Extra 15 Points!)
✔ Regional Study & Australian Work Experience
✔ Partner’s Skills & Qualifications
✔ Professional Year in Australia
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Pathways to Permanent Residency (Subclass 191)
After holding the Subclass 491 Visa for 3 years, you may be eligible to apply for Permanent Residency (PR) under Subclass 191, provided that:
✔ You have lived in a designated regional area for at least 3 years
✔ You have worked in a regional area for at least 12 months
✔ You meet the income threshold requirement
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Who Can Sponsor You for Subclass 491?
📍 1. State/Territory Government Sponsorship
✔ Your occupation must be listed in the state’s skilled occupation list
✔ You must meet additional state-specific eligibility criteria
✔ You must commit to living & working in the nominated state for 2 years
📌 Each state/territory has different occupation lists & requirements.
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📍 2. Family Sponsorship (Eligible Relatives in Regional Areas)
✔ Your sponsor must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
✔ Eligible sponsors include:
Brother, Sister, Parent
Non-dependent Child, Aunt, Uncle
Nephew, Niece, First Cousin
✔ Your sponsor must live in a designated regional area
✔ Your sponsor must provide financial & settlement support for 2 years
📌 Regional Australia offers excellent job opportunities & fast PR pathways!
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Processing Fees & Timeline
Application Fees Cost (AUD)
Department of Home Affairs Visa Fee From $4,240
Medical Examination & Registration Case-Specific
📌 Processing time: 6–12 months (depending on application completeness)
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Step-by-Step Visa Process
Step 1: Check your eligibility with our Free Points Assessment
Step 2: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect
Step 3: Receive a nomination from a state or a family sponsor
Step 4: Get an Invitation to Apply (ITA) from the Australian Government
Step 5: Lodge your visa application with all required documents
Step 6: Complete medical tests & police clearance
Step 7: Receive your Subclass 491 Visa & move to Australia! 🎉
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