Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa – Subclass 491
A provisional visa for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia. Whether you're nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by an eligible family member, this visa provides a pathway to permanent residency and a bright future in regional communities.
📍 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa – Subclass 491
The Subclass 491 Visa is a provisional visa for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia. Whether you’re nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by an eligible family member, this visa provides a pathway to permanent residency and a bright future in regional communities. 🌄
✨ Visa Highlights
- ✅ Stay in Australia for up to 5 years
- ✅ Live, work and study in designated regional areas
- ✅ Travel freely in and out of Australia during visa validity
- ✅ Apply for Permanent Residence (Subclass 191) after 3 years (if eligible)
- ✅ Include family members in your application
📌 Eligibility Criteria
- 🛂 Must be nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by an eligible relative in a designated area
- 💼 Must have an occupation on a relevant skilled occupation list
- 📜 Receive a positive skills assessment
- 🎯 Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) via SkillSelect
- 🧠 Meet the points test (minimum 65 points)
- 🗣️ Provide evidence of English proficiency (IELTS, PTE, etc.)
- 🧾 Meet health and character requirements
🎯 Why LUMINS?
Our visa experts understand the ins and outs of regional migration programs. At LUMINS, we provide end-to-end support — from skills assessment and EOI to state nomination and final visa application — so you can make your move to regional Australia smooth and stress-free.
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