Dreaming of living and working in Australia?

The Skilled Work Regional Provisional Visa (Subclass 491) could be your solution. This visa allows skilled migrants and their families to:

• Live, work, and study in designated regional areas of Australia for five years.
• Gain valuable work experience in your field.
• Pursue permanent residency after meeting specific criteria.

Is the Subclass 491 visa for you?

Skilled Work Regional Provisional Visa Subclass 491:

Introduced by the Australian Department of Home Affairs, this points-tested visa is tailored for skilled workers aspiring to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia. With sponsorship from an Australian State or Territory Government or an eligible family member residing in a designated region, this visa opens the door to a promising future in Australia.

Key Features

• Duration: Stay in Australia for up to 5 years.
• Designated Areas: Live, work, and study in any regional or designated area, excluding major cities.
• Travel Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited travel to and from Australia during the visa's validity.
• Family Inclusion: Include eligible family members in your visa application.
• Path to Permanent Residency: Fulfill eligibility requirements and transition to permanent residency in Australia.
• Priority Processing: Benefit from priority processing time for regional visa applications.
• Incentives: Enjoy incentives for residing in regional or designated areas for an extended period.
• Additional Points: Earn additional points to strengthen your visa application.

Points Requirement

As a points-tested visa, Subclass 491 requires a minimum of 65 points for an Invitation to Apply. SkillSelect will grant an indicative points score based on your claims, ensuring a transparent and merit-based selection process.

Invitation Preferences

Preference is given based on the following hierarchy:

• Candidates with a skilled partner or no partner.
• Candidates with a partner proficient in English.
• Candidates with a partner not eligible for proficient English or skilled partner points.

Transition to Permanent Residency

While the Subclass 491 visa is valid for five years, eligible candidates can apply for permanent residency through Subclass 191 (Permanent Residence (skilled regional) visa. Meeting residency and earnings requirements during the three-year period under Subclass 491 is crucial.

Limitations on Other Visas

Holders of Subclass 491 visas cannot apply for certain visas until they fulfill the conditions for three years. This includes skilled permanent residency visas (e.g., Subclass 189 and Subclass 190), Business visas, Employer Nominated PR Visa (186), and onshore partner visa (820).

What Happens to Current 489 Visa Holders

Existing 489 visa holders or those who applied before November 16, 2019, will continue their permanent residency journey via the Subclass 887 visa.

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Why Visas Global?

• Global Presence and Expertise: Visas Global has a vast network of application centers in various countries, potentially making the application process more accessible and convenient. They have experience handling a wide range of visa applications, including the Subclass 491, potentially allowing them to navigate potential complexities efficiently.
• Streamlined Application Process: Visas Global may offer a streamlined application process by managing the initial administrative tasks like collecting completed application forms and supporting documentation. This can potentially save applicants time and effort.
• Multilingual Support: Visas Global claims to offer support in multiple languages, which could be beneficial for applicants who are not comfortable communicating in English.
• Focus on Customer Service: Visas Global emphasizes its commitment to customer service, aiming to provide a smooth and efficient application experience.

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