Australian Work and Skilled Visas:

• Permanent visa for skilled workers in regional areas.
• Offers two streams: Temporary Residence Transition and Direct Entry.
• Provides a pathway to Australian permanent residency.
• Allows primary visa holders to include family members in their application.

Before applying for a Subclass 491 Visa, you must meet the following criteria:

• Have a valid nomination or sponsorship from a regional state or territory government, or an eligible family member residing in regional Australia.
• Possess the skills and qualifications required for the nominated occupation.v
• Meet the English language proficiency requirements.
• Meet health and character requirements.
• Provide evidence of health insurance coverage during your stay in Australia.s

The Subclass 491 Visa offers several benefits to skilled workers seeking to live and work in regional Australia:

• Provides a pathway to permanent residency in Australia.
• Allows you and your family members to live, work, and study in regional Australia for up to five years.
• Access to Australian healthcare and social services.
• Travel in and out of Australia during the visa validity period.
• Opportunity to apply for Australian citizenship after meeting residency requirements.

To apply for a Subclass 186 Visa, you will need to provide the following documents and evidence:

Personal Documents:

• Passport
• Birth Certificate
• Marriage Certificate (if applicable)
• Proof of Name Change (if applicable)
• National Identity Card

Skills and Employment Documents:

• Skills Assessment (if required for your nominated occupation)
• Employment References
• Education Qualifications
• English Language Proficiency Test Results (e.g., IELTS, TOEFL, PTE)

Nomination and Sponsorship Documents:

• Nomination Approval from the Australian employer
• Sponsorship Approval from the Australian employer

Health and Character Documents:

• Health Examination Results
• Police Clearance Certificates from all relevant countries

Financial Documents:

• Proof of Sufficient Funds to Support Yourself and Family Members

Insurance Documents:

• Evidence of Health Insurance Coverage for You and Family Members

Applying for a Subclass 186 Visa is a significant step toward achieving permanent residency in Australia. Our experienced team at MYAC can assist you throughout the application process, ensuring that your visa application is accurate, complete, and successful, leading you to your dream of becoming a permanent resident in Australia.