Intended for:

Skilled workers looking to live and work in regional Australia.

Highlights:

• Stay in Australia for up to 5 years.
• Study, live, and work in designated regional areas.
• Option to apply for permanent residence via Subclass 191 (from 16 November 2022).
• Multiple entries allowed while the visa is valid.

Basic Eligibility:

• Need an invitation to apply.
• Nomination by a state or territory government agency or sponsorship by an eligible relative.
• Score at least 65 points in the points test.
• Occupation must be on the relevant skilled occupation list.
• Successful skills assessment for the nominated occupation.
• Adherence to health and character standards.
• Must sign the Australian values statement.
• Clear any outstanding debt to the Australian Government.
• No history of visa cancellations.

Duration:

5 years (non-extendable).

Family:

• Can be included during application submission.
• Must meet health and character requirements.
• Option to add a dependent child before a decision is made.

Cost:

• Main applicant: AUD4,045.
• Additional charges for family members.
• Additional AUD4,890 for family members aged 18+ with limited English skills (pay when instructed).
• Other costs: Health checks, police certificates, biometrics.

Application Location: Inside or outside Australia (excluding immigration clearance). If inside, must hold a valid visa type as listed.

Processing Time: Varies. Factors include application completeness, response time to queries, external agency checks. Incomplete or incorrect applications may face delays.

Visa Label: Digital. Linked directly to your passport.

Visa Conditions: Specific rules like mandatory stay in regional areas, prompt updates on changes like address, marital status, etc.

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