Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) – Requirements, Steps & Checklist

Who is this visa for?

Skilled workers sponsored by an employer in regional Australia (everywhere except Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane).

Age	Under 45 (some exemptions).
Skills assessment	Positive assessment for the nominated occupation.
Work experience	At least 3 years’ full-time relevant experience.
English	Competent English.
Regional position	Located in a designated regional area; salary at least the market rate and the regional threshold.

Standard Business Sponsor in regional Australia.

Through a regional labour agreement (DAMA).

1Regional employer sponsorsStandard Business Sponsorship + nomination.

2Skills assessmentFor your nominated occupation.

3494 lodgedEnglish, 3 years’ experience, health, character.

4Live & work regionalFor at least 3 years.

5Earn taxable incomeAt least AUD 53,900 a year for 3 years.

6Apply for 191Permanent residence.