Points-tested provisional visa allowing skilled workers to live and work in regional Australia for up to 5 years with a pathway to permanent residency.
Estimated Cost
$4,750
Processing Time
~7 months
Validity
60 months
The Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) is a provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state/territory government or sponsored by an eligible family member living in a designated regional area. It provides 15 bonus points for regional sponsorship and requires living, working, and studying only in designated regional areas (all of Australia except Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane). After 3 years, holders can apply for permanent residency via subclass 191.
Average: 7 months
Path to Residency
Path to Citizenship
~7 years
Optional
State/territory nomination or family sponsorship
Must be nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by an eligible relative in a regional area.
| Fee | Amount | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated Total | $4,750 |