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A visa for skilled people nominated by a state or territory government to live and work in regional Australia
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
Subclass 491

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Basic Eligibility
You must:
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be nominated to apply by a state or territory government agency, or an eligible relative must sponsor you
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have an occupation on a relevant skilled occupation list
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have a suitable skills assessment for the occupation
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be invited to apply
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satisfy the points test
Visa extensions for COVID-19 affected Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa holders.
Certain Skilled Regional (Provisional) visa holders had their visa extended by 3 years on 18 February 2022.
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