This is a provisional visa. It is for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia
Stay
5 Years
Cost
From AUD4,115
Processing times
- 75% of applications: 5 months
- 90% of applications: 11 months
With this visa, you can
- stay in Australia for 5 years
- live, work and study in a designated regional area of Australia
- travel to and from Australia as many times as you want, while the visa is valid
- apply for permanent residence after 3 years from the time your visa is granted
You must
- be nominated to apply by a state or territory government agency, or an eligible relative must sponsor you
- have an occupation on a relevant skilled occupation list
- have a suitable skills assessment for the occupation
- be invited to apply
- satisfy the points test
Help with your visa
If you are getting help with your visa, before you pay someone, read information on Who can help with your visa application.