Get Clear Answers to Your Subclass 191 Visa Questions

• The Subclass 191 Visa is a permanent residence visa for skilled workers who have lived and worked in regional Australia on a temporary skilled regional visa (Subclass 491 or Subclass 494). It allows skilled workers to stay permanently in Australia and apply for the permanent residency pathway after meeting eligibility criteria. 
• Official Source: Department of Home Affairs 

To be eligible for the Subclass 191 Visa, you must: 

• Have held a Subclass 491 or Subclass 494 visa for at least three years. 

• Have earned a minimum taxable income of $53,900 for at least three years while holding your temporary skilled regional visa. 

• Have lived and worked in a regional area of Australia. 

• Meet health and character requirements. 

• Official Source: Department of Home Affairs 

• No, the points test is not required to apply for the Subclass 191 Visa. However, you must meet the income and residency requirements specified for the visa. 
• Official Source: Department of Home Affairs 

• You must have earned a minimum taxable income of $53,900 per year for three years while holding a Subclass 491 or Subclass 494 visa in order to apply for the Subclass 191 Visa. 
• Official Source: Department of Home Affairs 

• Yes, you can include your spouse, children, and other dependents in your Subclass 191 application. They will need to meet health and character requirements. 
• Official Source: Family Members in Your Application 

• To apply for the Subclass 191 Visa, you must first meet the eligibility requirements. After that, you can submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through SkillSelect. If invited, you can then apply for the visa. 
• Official Source: SkillSelect 

• Processing times for the Subclass 191 Visa can vary depending on the complexity of the case. Generally, it may take from 6 to 12 months to process your application. 
• Official Source: Visa Processing Times 

• No, you must hold the temporary skilled regional visa for at least three years and meet the income requirements before you can apply for the Subclass 191 Visa. 
• Official Source: Department of Home Affairs 

The required documents typically include: 

• A valid passport. 

• Proof of income for the last three years (taxable income). 

• Evidence of residency in a regional area. 

• Health and character checks. 

• Family documents, if applicable. 

• Official Source: Document Checklist 

• After submission, the Department of Home Affairs will assess your application. You may be asked to provide additional documents or information. If your application is successful, you will receive a visa grant notice. 
• Official Source: Visa Application Process