The Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) allows skilled migrants to live, study and work in designated regional areas for a period of 5 years, with a pathway to permanent residency. You must receive nomination from Victoria before you can apply for this visa.
Before you read on, check that this is the right visa for you: Department of Home Affairs – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
See supporting information for more information on the subclass 491 visa.
After 3 years, subclass 491 visa holders may be eligible to apply for the subclass 191 visa which provides permanent residency. Further information is available on the Department of Home Affairs website.