Skilled Employer Sponsored Visa (Subclass 494) 🌏👷

The Subclass 494 Visa is a provisional visa that allows skilled professionals to live and work in regional areas of Australia for up to five years. It’s designed to help fill critical labour shortages that can’t be addressed by the local workforce. If you’ve got the skills and a valid employer nomination, this could be your chance to launch a new life in Australia! 🇦🇺

🛠️ Who is this Visa For?

• Qualified skilled workers with employer sponsorship 🧾
• Employers based in regional Australia looking to fill genuine roles 📍

🏢 Employer Requirements

• Must operate in a regional area 🏞️
• Get Regional Certifying Body (RCB) approval ✅
• Offer genuine, full-time employment for at least 5 years 📑
• Pay salary that matches the market rate 💰

👨‍🔧 Skilled Worker Requirements

• Have a valid job nomination from an eligible employer 🤝
• Complete a skills assessment 🧪
• Hold at least 3 years of full-time work experience 🧰
• Be under 45 years of age 🎯
• Show at least functional English proficiency 📚

🕐 Duration & Pathway

This visa is valid for up to 5 years. You may become eligible to transition to permanent residency via the Subclass 191 visa after 3 years, if you meet the criteria. 🎓✨

📢 Why Choose LUMINS?

Applying for this visa can be complex. At LUMINS, we partner with experienced registered MARA agents to make the journey easier for you. Let our experts guide you through eligibility checks, skill assessments, and application submissions! 🚀