SC 491 SKILLED WORK REGIONAL VISA


The SC 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa is a points-based provisional visa that allows skilled workers to live and work in designated regional areas of Australia for up to 5 years. It offers a clear pathway to permanent residence after 3 years of regional employment. Discover visa eligibility, nomination criteria, processing timelines, and charges. Our expert migration agent can guide you through every step. Contact us to begin your 491 visa journey.

491 Visa Eligibility and Requirements for Skilled Work Regional Visa

"To qualify for the 491 visa — known as the SC 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa — skilled workers must meet the following eligibility criteria:

  • be nominated by an Australian state or territory government agency or sponsored by an eligible relative;
  • be aged between 18 and 44 years;
  • nominate an occupation on relevant skilled occupation list;
  • have positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation;
  • score 65 or more points on points table;
  • meet health, character and English language requirements;
  • submit Expression of Interest (EOI) under SkillSelect;
  • be invited to apply for this visa.

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SC 491 Visa Processing Time

Estimated processing time for SC 491 visa is 18 to 24 months from submission of completed visa application. Actual processing time may vary due to a number of factors and will vary.

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SC 491 Visa Application Charges

Visa Application Charge for Skilled Work Regional Visa is as under:

  • Main Applicant - A$ 4,770;
  • Each additional applicant aged 18 years and above - A$2,385;
  • Each additional applicant aged under 18 years - A$1,190.

VAC is payable at the time of submission of the visa. Besides VAC, applicants need to factor in the following additional costs, as applicable:

  • Skils Assessment fees - Each skills assessing authority has differen fees;
  • Qualifications Assessment charges, if required;
  • Costs of passport Photo, Medical Examination and Police Certificate;
  • Flight Tickets;
  • Migration Agent Fees if you wish to use an immigration advisor.

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Contact Us

Contact a registered Australia migration agent to check your eligibility for the SC 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa and start your application.Submit your 491 visa eligibility enquiry today.

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