Skilled Work Regional (Professional) of subclass 491is a provisional visa which permits skilled professionals and their family members to reside in Australia where they are allowed to work, live or study for five years till the visa is valid. However, the visa-holders ,may apply for Permanent Residence Visa of subclass-191 after three years if they are eligible according to the criteria stated below:

– must be nominated to apply by territorial government agency or the state; or sponsored by a relative living in Australia
– have a profession on a relevant skilled occupational list
– have a suitable skill assessment for the respective profession
– must be invited to apply for the visa
– have satisfactory points test score

 

Cost: The cost of such visa usually ranged from 4115 AUD.

 

Please note that the criteria may vary from state to state within Australia. Therefore, for any consultation for a specific state, please contact our migration agents for the updated details and information.