Australia’s Visa Subclass 491 (Skilled Work Regional) – Explained!

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  1. As visa category 491,regregional occupational list (ROL) , i would like to apply for dentist/ dental hygienist . I still preparing for ielts. Already i have reached 55 points with my qualifications. Can i get a chance to apply?(because there are additional 15 points for ROL in Australia )

  2. Hi,
    I completed the EOI for Vısa491 Pathway2 but I am stıll thınkıng that my partner is an architect and she is in the occupation list that is shown in this link “https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/working-in-australia/skill-occupation-list”. There is also NSW skill lists for Pathway 2 in that link “https://www.nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration/skilled-visas/nsw-skills-lists” and her occupation is not in this list. When completing EOI, the form referred to immi occupation list but I am still confused. Which list should I consider for partner skill points?

  3. I Got more than 55 score and over all 59 in PTE Exam. Based on my point calculation on your site, i got 65 point without any addition points for ROL in Australia. So can I apply for 491 Visa Application?

  4. Hi all, I submitted my 491 visa application and it has been on ‘further assessment’ since early April. How long does this part usually take? One thing I had to do was update my passport which took longer than requested. Thank you for all your help!!!

  5. I have 60 points (without additional points by region or state), am below 45 years of age, and have 73 score in PTE. Can I apply for 491 and 190 visa?

  6. Hi, I have a question please. My spouse also need Competent English? or just Functional English? for 491 Family sponsored stream. Thanks in advance

  7. Hello and Good Day,
    I need some information.
    I came to Western Australia on 491 Visa before 3 years.
    I have passed 3.2 Years here in Perth and also having 3 years working experience.
    Now again, I will have to give the IELTS or PTE for PR?
    If yes, so how much minimum bands will be required to file a PR?
    I was the main Applicant and will main applicant re take IELTS or Spouse / Secondary Applicant also need to write an English Language Exam? Thank you.

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