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State or Territory Criteria
Each Australian state or territory has its own criteria for nominating Subclass 491 applicants. Select your preferred state below to view its specific requirements:
Key Features
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State or Territory Nomination: Applicants must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
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Regional Living and Working: Visa holders must live and work in designated regional areas of Australia.
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Provisional Residency: Valid for five years with a pathway to permanent residency via Subclass 191.
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Work and Study: Allows holders to work and study anywhere within the nominating state or the country.
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Healthcare Benefits: Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
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Travel: Allows multiple entries and exits from Australia for five years.
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State or Territory Nomination: Applicants must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
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Regional Living and Working: Visa holders must live and work in designated regional areas of Australia.
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Provisional Residency: Valid for five years with a pathway to permanent residency via Subclass 191.
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Work and Study: Allows holders to work and study anywhere within the nominating state or the country.
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Healthcare Benefits: Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
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Travel: Allows multiple entries and exits from Australia for five years.
Eligibility Criteria
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Age Requirement:
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Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
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Skilled Occupation:
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Nominate an occupation listed on the 491 Occupation List and State-Specific Skilled Occupation List. Each state or territory may have its own occupation lists and additional requirements.
VIEW STATE REQUIREMENTS
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Skills Assessment:
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Obtain a positive skills assessment from an approved skills assessing authority for your nominated occupation.
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English Proficiency:
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Demonstrate at least Competent English through valid test scores:
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Alternatively, hold a valid passport from the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, or Ireland.
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Points Test:
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Achieve a minimum of 65 points based on factors such as:
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Age.
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English proficiency.
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Qualifications.
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State Nomination
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Skilled work experience.
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Health and Character:
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Meet Australia’s health and character requirements.
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Expression of Interest (EOI):
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Submit an EOI via SkillSelect and receive an invitation to apply.
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State or Territory Nomination:
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Secure a nomination from a State or Territory government based on their specific requirements and occupation lists.
VIEW STATE REQUIREMENTS
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Benefits
Visa holders can:
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Stay in Australia indefinitely.
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Work and study without restrictions.
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Access Medicare (public healthcare).
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Sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency.
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Apply for Australian citizenship (if eligible).
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Travel to and from Australia for five years.
Key Points
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Nomination Requirements: Applicants must be nominated by an Australian state or territory government.
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Points-Based: A minimum of 65 points is required to apply including State Nomination +5 Points..
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Occupation Lists: Must have a relevant occupation on the 190 Visa Occupation list and also meet the state or territory's requirement.
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Healthcare Benefits: Access to Medicare, Australia’s public healthcare system.
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Travel: Allows multiple entries and exits from Australia for five years. After this, visa holders need a Resident Return Visa (RRV) or another visa to return as a permanent resident.
What Our Clients Say
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I am a business looking to hire someone from overseas or someone on a temporary visa. Can you help me with this?Yes, our experienced migration agents specialize in Employer Sponsored Visas. We can assist you in sponsoring skilled workers, whether they are overseas or already in Australia.
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What type of services do you provide?We provide comprehensive migration services for Australia, including visa applications and student-related applications to colleges and universities. We also offer international enrollment services for students applying to institutions in the USA, UK, and Canada.
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I am unable to visit your office. Can you still assist me with my application?Absolutely! For interstate or overseas clients, or those who prefer not to visit in person, we offer consultations and communication via phone, email, or Zoom as needed. Regardless of the method you choose, we ensure you receive the same thorough advice and support. In fact, even many of our clients located near our offices rarely need to visit in person to complete their applications.
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I am a business looking to hire someone from overseas or someone on a temporary visa. Can you help me with this?Yes, our experienced migration agents specialize in Employer Sponsored Visas. We can assist you in sponsoring skilled workers, whether they are overseas or already in Australia.
