What are the requirements to apply for a Subclass 491 visa in Australia?

To apply for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (Subclass 491) in Australia, an applicant needs to be nominated by the state or territory government and have their skilled occupation on the relevant list. The Skilled Work Regional Provisional visa (Subclass 491 visa) allows Skilled Migrants to live and work in a designated regional area for up to 5 years, with a pathway to permanent residence after 3 years.
 

With the 491 visa, an applicant can

• Stay in Australia for 5 years
• Reside, work, and stay in the designated regional area of Australia
• Enjoy the multiple travel rights
• Apply for an Australia PR
• Work in any occupation and for any employer
   

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Requirements to apply for a Subclass 491 visa

An applicant must fulfill all the requirements before you apply for a visa

• Valid passport
• Proof of age
• Must have Invitation to Apply
• Occupation must be in the relevant skill occupation list
• Regional Area commitment
• Financial capacity
• Proof of relationship (if necessary)
• Character certificate
• Positive Skill assessment of 65 points
• Competent English document
• Sponsorship: Either from State or Territory
• Partner document
   

Step to apply for a Subclass 491 visa

To apply for a Subclass 491 visa, an applicant can follow these steps:

Step 1: Check your eligibility for the visa

Step 2: Qualify for the Australian skills assessment

Step 3: Sort out the documentation

Step 4: Submit an EOI

Step 5: Check the application status

Step 6: Once approved, migrate to Australia
 

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