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491Temporary
Skilled Work Regional visa
For skilled workers nominated by a state or sponsored by family to live and work in regional Australia.
Visa Fee
$4,640
Processing Time
6-12 months
Minimum Points
65
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Official Information
Processing Time
6-12 months
Visa Fee
$4,640
Minimum Points
65
Official Information
https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-work-regional-provisional-491
Requirements
- Occupation on MLTSSL, STSOL or ROL
- State nomination or family sponsorship (adds 15 points)
- Positive skills assessment
- Under 45 years of age
- Competent English
- Minimum 65 points
- Must live and work in regional Australia
Application Steps
- 1Check occupation eligibility
- 2Get skills assessment
- 3Submit EOI
- 4Apply for state nomination or family sponsorship
- 5Receive invitation
- 6Lodge visa application
- 7Live in regional area for 3 years to apply for PR (191 visa)