Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
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Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491)
Australia · Work
What it is
5-year provisional visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or sponsored by a family member to live and work in designated regional Australia. Pathway to permanent residence via subclass 191.
Key facts
- Category
- Work
- Duration
- 5 years (pathway to PR via 191)
- Processing time
- See official page for current processing times
- Maximum validity
- 5 years
- Extendable
- No
- Path to permanent residence
- Indirect route
- Dependants
- Yes
- Age
- Under 46
- English requirement
- Competent English
- How to apply
- Online
- Health insurance
- Not required
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all, so confirm your own case on the official page.
Fees
- Application fee
- AUD 6,140
Key requirements
- State or eligible family sponsorship
- Invitation to apply via SkillSelect
- Occupation on the relevant skilled list
- Suitable skills assessment
- Competent English
- Live and work only in designated regional area
Working on this visa
Live, work and study in a designated region of Australia while the visa is valid.
Bringing family
Family can apply with you and must meet health/character requirements.
Facts checked against the official source. Last updated 25 July 2026.