To apply for the Subclass 491 Visa, applicants must meet the following requirements:
Age Limit: Must be under 45 years of age at the time of application.
Nomination or Sponsorship: You must be nominated by a state or territory government, or sponsored by an eligible relative.
Occupation: Your occupation must be listed in the relevant Skilled Occupation List.
Skills Assessment: A suitable skills assessment must be provided by an approved assessing authority for your nominated occupation.
English Language Proficiency: You must demonstrate competent English, typically a minimum of IELTS band 6 in each of the four components.
Invitation to Apply: You must receive an Invitation to Apply (ITA) through the SkillSelect system by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA).
Points Test: You must score at least 65 points based on the points assessment table.
Health and Character: You must meet the health and character requirements by providing medical certificates and police clearance certificates.
Steps to Apply for Subclass 491 Visa
Follow these steps to apply for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa Subclass 491:
Check Eligibility: Ensure you meet the age, occupation, and skills requirements.
Submit EOI: Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the SkillSelect portal.
Obtain Nomination or Sponsorship: Apply for nomination by a state or territory government or be sponsored by an eligible relative.
Receive Invitation to Apply: Wait for an ITA from the DHA to proceed with your visa application.
Complete Application: Submit your application with all necessary documents, including your skills assessment and English language test results.
Health and Character Checks: Provide required medical and police clearance certificates.
Visa Outcome: Wait for the DHA to process your application and issue a decision on your Subclass 491 visa.
