Visa typeProvisional (5 years)
ProcessingVaries — check Home Affairs
CostGovernment charges apply
PointsNot points-tested
The Subclass 494 visa allows regional Australian employers to sponsor skilled workers, with a pathway to permanent residence via the Subclass 191.
Eligibility requirements
- Be nominated by an approved regional employer
- Nominate an occupation on the relevant list
- Have a positive skills assessment
- Have at least 3 years of relevant work experience
- Be under 45 at time of application
- Have Competent English
Documents you will need
- Passport and birth certificate
- Regional employer nomination
- Skills assessment
- Employment references and payslips
- English test results
- Police clearances and health examination
Frequently asked questions
Does the 494 lead to PR?Yes, via the Subclass 191 after 3 years of regional residence and meeting income requirements.