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Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa Subclass 489
Skilled workers can reside and work in particular regions of Australia for four years through the Skilled Regional Subclass 489 Visa. The visa provides candidates with a pathway to success. Eligible and highly skilled professionals are nominated by the Victorian Government and can live and work in a specified area of Australia.
If individuals have been sponsored by their relatives or the state or territory governments, they can also apply for this visa. For the application of this visa, candidates must first submit an Expression of Interest for renewal (subclass 489) visa for an extended stay pathway.
Requirements for the Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489):
Applicants applying for the Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489) must fulfill the following eligibility criteria:
- Before they apply for the subclass 489, 495, or 497 visas, the applicant must be a visa holder of subclass 489, 495, 496, 475, or 487 or a Bridging visa A or B,
- Individuals must have stayed in a particular regional area of Australia for at least 2 years,
- The candidate must have been employed in a specific regional area for at least 1 year.
What The Visa Holder is Permitted to Do in Australia?
The holders of this visa, have the permission to work and study in Australia as permanent residents, for an indefinite period since it is a permanent visa. The visa holder may also apply for Australian citizenship or sponsor eligible family members for permanent residency in Australia.
Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489) Requirements:
Visa applicants must meet the following criteria when applying for the Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489):
- The state or territory government must have nominated and invited the applicant if they wish to apply for the skilled visa in Australia,
- Must pass the character test,
- The applicant must repay or arrange to repay any debts owed to the Australian government,
- The candidate must meet health and character requirements.
Q&A’s For Subclass 186 Visa
How long is the visa valid for?
The visa is valid permanently.
How much would it cost me to apply for this visa?
It costs AUD 3,755 to apply for this visa.
How long does it take to process this visa application?
The processing time for a Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 489) is about 10 months.
How can I transition from a provisional visa to a permanent visa?
If you have lived in a regional location of Australia for 2 years, you are eligible to apply for a permanent visa. You may also apply if you have been employed, or self-employed for 12 months in any regional state of Australia.
How can I transition from a provisional visa to a permanent visa?
If you have lived in a regional location of Australia for 2 years, you are eligible to apply for a permanent visa. You may also apply if you have been employed, or self-employed for 12 months in any regional state of Australia.
What is an Expression of Interest (EOI)?
An expression of Interest (EOI) informs why applicants require the visa to rank them against other seeking applicants. The EOI can be submitted from anywhere and once it has been submitted, EOIs are valid for two years.
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