Posted on April 05 2025
There is no specific bank balance requirement to apply for a Subclass 491 visa. Instead, an applicant must demonstrate sufficient funds to support themselves and their family, including travel and living expenses, and shows that they are not a burden on Australian taxpayers. Australian Department doesn’t specify any fixed proof of funds for a Subclass 491 visa. Instead, demonstrating sufficient funds to cover your expenses in and outside the country is more of a specific requirement for the visa. An applicant can provide proof of adequate funds via:
A subclass 491 visa is a provisional visa for skilled workers to stay in Australia for five years in a designated regional area. Skilled workers can apply for Permanent residencies in Australia after residing for three continuous years in the country from the time the visa is granted.
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To apply for a Subclass 491 visa, an applicant must fulfill the eligibility to apply for Subclass 491 visa:
To apply for the Australia Skilled Work regional visa, an applicant must fulfill the requirements:
The Skilled Work Regional Provisional visa has a based application fee of AUD 4,770 for the primary application, with additional fees for each family member included in the application. Below are the detailed breakdowns of the fees:
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