Regional Visas
Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional) & 494 (Employer Sponsored Regional)

Regional Incentives

Designated regional areas (Category 2 & 3) offer priority processing, access to the Regional Occupation List (ROL), and additional points for the Skilled Migration Points Test[reference:18].

  • Subclass 491: For skilled workers nominated by a state/territory or sponsored by an eligible family member. 5‑year provisional visa, with a pathway to PR via the 191 visa after 3 years.
  • Subclass 494: For skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia. Leads to PR after 3 years[reference:19].
  • Additional Post‑Study Work Rights: International graduates from regional campuses are eligible for a 1‑2 year extension on their post‑study work visa[reference:20].

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