The Skilled Regional Visa (Subclass 191) is granted to skilled individuals who have worked for at least three years in specified regional areas of Australia on an eligible visa, such as the Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) or the Skilled Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494). Once you have received a Subclass 191 visa, you are free to live and work anywhere in Australia with the full benefits of permanent residency.
People who have stayed and worked in specific regions of Australia on an eligible visa can apply for this visa to work and live in Australia permanently. Applicants must follow the conditions of their eligible visa which they hold.
Hong Kong or British National passport holders who have expressed their commitment to Australia can apply under this stream to live and work in Australia permanently.
Step 1: Check your eligibility
Step 2: Arrange the checklist of documents required
Step 3: Apply for the "Subclass 191" Visa
Step 4: Wait for the Visa Status
Step 5: Settle in Australia permanently
The cost of a Subclass 191 Visa varies from AUD 475.00 to AUD 4,640.00
Visa Type |
Visa Cost |
Regional provisional stream |
AUD 475.00 |
Hong Kong stream |
AUD 4,640.00 |
The processing time for a Subclass 191 visa usually takes 2 – 3 months. The processing time also varies depending on the additional documents you have submitted.
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