Settlement & International Work
Skilled visa (190/491)
Subclass 190 (permanent) and 491 (regional, temporary) suit skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory, based on a skills assessment and local labour needs.
- Who it's for
- Skilled workers nominated by a state or territory
- Subclass 190
- Permanent, tied to living in the nominating state
- Subclass 491
- Regional temporary visa, a possible step toward permanence
- Core requirement
- A positive skills assessment
Eligibility guide
- Holds a positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
- Meets the points test threshold under the current rules
- Nominated by an Australian state or territory
- Meets English, health, and character requirements
- Meets age and other stream-specific conditions
Process with Owen & Co.
Initial profile review
Owen & Co. reviews occupation, experience, and an estimated points score.
Skills assessment
Support preparing the skills assessment application for your occupation.
Expression of Interest
Submit an EOI and pursue nomination opportunities.
Visa application
After an invitation, prepare and lodge the 190/491 visa application.
What you're working toward
- A pathway to permanent settlement or regional temporary residence in Australia
- Legal work and living rights under the visa's conditions
- Use of your accumulated skills and experience
- A clear pathway toward permanent settlement
Why choose Owen & Co.?
- Owen & Co. reviews your profile and estimates a points score upfront
- Support preparing the skills assessment for your occupation
- Tracking nomination opportunities matched to your profile
- Support through to the visa decision
This information is general guidance only and may change under the relevant immigration authority's rules. Owen & Co. will confirm the latest details and review your profile during a direct consultation.
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