The Subclass 191 Skilled Regional Visa will be Open to New Applications in November 2022
Holders with 191 Visa can:
- Indefinitely live and work in Australia
- Include immediate family on their 191 Visa
- Only live, work, and study in regions
- Sponsor eligible family members
Subclass 494 and 491 visa holders will be able to transition to permanent residency with the Permanent Skilled Regional Visa (subclass 191).
If you need a permanent visa right away, you may be able to apply for one of the following permanent visas instead:
- 186 Visa (ENS)
- 187 Visa (RSMS) DE CLOSED
- 189 Visa
The Latest 191 Visa Update is:
After completing three years on the 491 provisional visa in a regional area, applicants who can apply for the 191 visa. This transition signifies a move from temporary visa status to PR in Australia. Starting from June 2023, the Subclass 191 visa no longer demands a minimum income requirement.
Important Information on the Subclass 191 Visa
- applications open in 2022
- applicable for only 5 years
- visa holders can live, work, and study but only in regional areas
- If sponsored by an employer, only in the nominated position
- The applicant must be living in Australia to apply for a 191 Visa.
191 Visa Processing Time
Basically, the 191 visa is processed individually, following a simple case-by-case approach. Thus, the processing time can vary from person to person. However, in order to enhance the speed of processing time, you should always provide all the required and relevant documents. Moreover, make sure to answer immediately if asked for any additional information.
Along with this, the visa processing time depends on two more factors. The first is the speed with which required checks are completed, and the second is the time it takes for external agencies to respond.
Fee Criteria For 191 Visa
The cost of the 191 Visa is not known yet. However, there would be a base fee for the main applicant and additional charges for each family member accompanying you. It is important to keep in mind that family members who do not have functional English may face higher costs.
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Whether you wish to study or relocate to Australia, get in touch with us right away to find out how Ozee Migration can assist with your visa requirements! Know if you qualify for the 191 visa and how we can assist you in applying.
As November 2022 approaches, more information will be provided about the specific requirements of this new 191 visa.
In November 2022, new applications for the subclass 191 skilled regional visa will be accepted. You must have the following qualifications to apply:
- Been in possession of a 491 or 494 visa for at least three years
- Met the requirements for regional provisional visas.
- You must be a resident of Australia to apply.
- Applicants must have taxable income equal to or greater than the minimum amount specified in the legislative instrument (currently $53,900).
Important: Applicants earning $53,900 and who claim tax deductions will no longer be eligible to apply because their taxable income will fall below the threshold
The application fees will be announced closer to the start by the department.
Fees for visa application will be around:
- $385 for the main applicant
- $195 for the additional applicant over the age of 18
- $100 for the Additional Applicant Under the Age of 18
Applicants will also have the option to pay an additional fee if they are 18 or older and have less than functional English.
In November 2022, applications for the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa will be accepted.
If you need a permanent visa right away, you may be able to apply for one of the following permanent visas instead:
- DE CLOSED 186 Visa (ENS)
- 187 Visa (RSMS)
- 189 Visa
- 190 Visa
We are confident that you will be able to sponsor eligible family members at this time. We will update this section with relevant information as the application deadline approaches.