491 visa expat forum Hammad. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 1,854 Posts. If you have friend in Regional Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU 491 Visa. I left my job and came to Adelaide on March. 5M posts 471K members Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. S. Like you, my brother is a citizen in AUS and lives in regional area but with near negligible invitations for sponsored 491 its as good as a dead option. Joined Mar 27, 2021 · 2 Posts #21 · Mar 27, 2021. It is for skilled workers who want to live and work in regional Australia stay in Australia for 5 Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. . 5M posts 471K members Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU ***OFFSHORE ONLY*** - invites, visa lodge and grant - 491, 489, 190, 189. I have just been caught driving under the influence of Alcohol and got my license suspended for 3 months. Immigration, Visas & Citizenship (Australia) - 491 Visa - We have just received our invitation to apply for our Skilled Work - regional (subclass 491) state and territory nominated I work as a student recruitment officer and also a manager, what skill is best fit for me and can I go for 491 visa Hi Everyone, I am attaching docs to my 491 application but have some questions hopefully some experienced users can help. Jump to Latest 1,461 - 1,480 of 1,854 Posts. What is the in this thread in this sub-forum in the entire site. Family sponsored 491 visa is almost a dead category with next to no invites. Due to this visa been a temporary one, do you find it a financial struggle with the ever increasing cost of rent, food etc and than the added day care bill. This is a relatively new visa that only became available at the end of last This subreddit is for discussion Australian visas. 491 visa will have Medicare! The department confirmed that holders of new skilled regional provisional visas 'will have the same access to to Medicare as Australian permanent We've applied for 491 Visa last January 19, 2020, state sponsored,. 491 Visa Applicants Pool and Questions. 5M posts 491 = 70+15 for family sponsorship = 85 points 189/190 = 70 points He engaged a consultant for PR Visa couple of years back, but the agent has not filed any application so far. Come join the discussion about residency, taxes, documents, visas, travel, health care, finances, banking, classifieds I am just submitting my EOI for a 491 visa but i'd like a little bit more info on the rules and implications of a couple of questions if possible please? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. 491 Visa Grants. Jump to Latest 1. I have been finding difficult to get a job in Accounting for the past 6 months. Jump to Latest 61 - 80 of 180 Q2 : the rules under 491 visa says " i can apply for pr once i complete 4 years working in Australia". Hi, Can anyone advise latest cut off for 491 visa? I have 80 points now. Come join the discussion Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. I have a Is there any Whatsapp group for this 491 visa? I would be very grateful if Many 491 Visa holders were anxious upon hearing the TSMIT increase and how it would affect 491 Subclass as there were still no updates regarding 191 Visa on the department's website. 80 for 189 visa 2. I just got the same letter from DHA today. au · Registered. 1 38 of 93 Go to There are some questions related to visa subclass 491 and would love to have answers to it Hello everyone, I’m an offshore applicant who submitted 491 SA visa application in June 2022. 1 UPDATE: MY 491 VISA WAS GRANTED ON 2 MARCH 2021! Total time just to receive this grant: Almost 2 months to receive an invitation by Migration SA after applying. I had applied for a 491 visa and my points are 95 including 15 from the state under the profession of Engineering Technologist. Also, any inputs/scope for Marketing-related job opportunities in the Darwin/NT region will be helpful. R. Is this true? Share your update, problems and expat form those who got knowledge should reply. Also, what are chances for a chemical engineer to recieve an invite at 38 years of age, superior english, 8+ years A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. I 224711 - Management Consultant - Offshore (New Delhi) 190 NSW - 90 points; Final invite - Dec 2 2019; Visa Lodge - Dec 11 2019 - Newborn Addition - Oct 2020 Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU 491 visa issuance to mild autistic child. Does that mean i need to go through whole process of "skill assessment, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Joined Oct 7, 2022 · (If I'm Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Is it working days or Please update your 491 Skilled Regional Visa Invitation, State Nomination, Submission and Visa Grant data here so at least we can guess what or when to expect any After 3 years on the subclass 491 you can apply for the subclass 191 that, if granted, makes you a permanent resident. Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. My visa grant notice does not include an initial entry date. Hello, Nowadays, a lot of Sydney and Melbourne-based IT companies seem to offer Australia-wide 100% Is it possible to work for such a company with a 491 regional visa? (to live in a state/city where 491 is valid, but work 100% from home for a company located in these two Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. I applied 491 visa and ON THIS 491 application, I ONLY MENTIONED the employment reference that I HAVE EVERYTHING TO PROVE ( all documents, payslips, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Save Share the things is that for your application process to the visa 491 you may have to show financial capacity and other requirements, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. why 491 visa is getting delayed nowadays? in this thread in this sub-forum in the entire site. 5M posts 468K members Since 2007 I am based in India and applying for 491 Visa. Jump to Latest 4. 1. You still need to be invited for the sponsorship to be useful. 31614 posts 491 Visa loged Hi All, Few of the regions are asking for Financial requirement that is to show a value of $20K cash in hand/assets. Need some help- we were granted the 491 visa in November 2022, we were due to arrive summer 2023 but due to unforeseen circumstances we were unable to travel out. Expat Forum For People Moving Hi All - I’ve recently submitted Medical and PCC for 2nd time (earlier submitted in 2020), CO assigned for 491 visa for South Australia. Could you please provide guidance on the following: 1. I've search from immi website that the time frame for the visa is 38-41days. Now I want to apply for a Master’s program at Curtin University. Come join the discussion 491 visa Occupation Facilities Manager Code 149913 Lodge date 03rd April 2023 80 points Total 4 family members Pcc Medical done in April Status still Received When can I expect my grant Any expected date Thanks. However, just after 3 months now, I have received a written email from the Department of Home Affairs Australia to provide them with my regional address details, this is related to the condition 8580 of the visa 491. Relocating On Your If Granted 491 visa and wish to study in regional areas, will we be paying international student fees or domestic student fee. 95 for 491 if state provides nomination 3. Jump to Latest 21 - 40 of 41 Posts. Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions. Thanks In Advance Visa Subclass - 491 State - 491 Visa for South Australia - Suggestions Requested. 5M posts 469K members Come join the discussion about residency, taxes, documents, visas, travel, health care, finances, banking, classifieds, and more! Show Less . My 491 Visa nominated by the Queensland Government has been granted. I am seeking clarification regarding the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491). Expat Forum For People Moving Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Can you all help here to decide, if we will have better IT opportunities to work in Darwin or any other place in NT state. This will help us Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. 1K I'm not sure whether I'm re-posting this question, but i didn't find a proper answer in the forum. 491 visa questions. Jump to Latest 755 views 3 Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. What does this mean. Come join the discussion about residency, taxes, documents, visas, travel, health care, finances, banking, classifieds, and more! Show Less . Jump to Latest I received 491 visa nomination from NSW some time ago and now as they are sending invitation below the published points scores. Jump to Latest ANZSCO: 261313 (Software Engineer) | Visa: 491 | State: NSW | EOI submission: Mar 2022 | Nominated: Mar 2023 | Visa Applied: May 2023 | Granted: Oct 2024. Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Hi, I recently got my 491 visa and would like to know the following; 1) Can I apply for medicare now? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Imagine you end up operating in a non-regional area instead. sorry for long post. I submitted the visa application in June last year and am waiting for the visa to be issued. Jump to Latest 1,621 - 1,640 of 1,854 If I have NSW 491 Visa for Hunter region, after going there, if I am finding a better job in another regional area (Illawarra), 491 visa. Will it be sufficient enough? What is the probability that WA / queensland would nominate at 80 points. 2K I have lodged my 491 visa application onshore in March 2021. Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And UPDATE: MY 491 VISA WAS GRANTED ON 2 MARCH 2021! Total time just to receive this grant: Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Appreciate any advices. I am currently on the 491 visa and plan to apply for the 191-visa next year when I hit the 3-year residential mark in February. Come join the discussion about residency, taxes, documents, visas, travel, health care, finances HUMAN RESOURCE ADVISOR state sponsorship- 491 visa. , Is the consultant right in saying so? one told me that go and marry first and bring ur wife on tourist visa and then apply for 491 subsequent entrant onshore, so when the tourist visa will end she will be on bridging visa. the other told me that nowadays, tourists visas are difficult to get so u should apply directly to 491 subsequent entrant visa. Is it alright to apply for a visitor visa (subclass 600) for my 8-month old daughter while awaiting result of her subsequent entrant 491 visa? I lodged her subsequent entrant visa in September 2021. I am staying at my relative's house here since March 2024. My question is Hi all, I just updated my EOI for Civil Engineer offshore, Visa 189/190/491. Full Forum Listing ANZSCO: 261313 (Software Engineer) | Visa: 491 | State: NSW | EOI submission: Mar 2022 | Nominated: Mar 2023 | Visa Applied: May 2023 | Granted: Oct 2024. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 The Queensland 491 visa mandates people to reside, work, and study in a specific regional area within Australia. C. 93. 4K views Hello bro. Tags 491 491 visa grant regional south australia. In parallels you can get the NOA on zero income (which qualifies to be put in the category of No minimum income requirement). 3. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Come join the discussion Questions About Form 1022 to add a new born to 491 visa Hi everyone, I was granted a 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa for South Australia on September 2, 2024. Save Share Reply Quote Like. My sister will be in WA for her school thus I would want to opt for WA as well. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 What is the timelines for anyone who has applied for the visa grant for Australia 491 Visa for applications submitted in the year 2023? My timeline so far and haven’t got any email on the visa status: Visa Type: 491 State: ACT Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. I saw your message on the forum about condition 8580 on visa 491. Jump to Latest 1,781 - 1,800 of 1,854 You have to pay an additional Australia 491 visa fees of AUD 1,010 for each family member under 18 years old included in your application. My birth certificate has spelling mistakes in my mother's name. 5M posts 470K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to Hello all, I have received a state nomination from NT for 491 subclass. Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Title: 491 Visa Chances?, posted by PerformanceLong9205 Full text: I am currently in my 3rd year of Civil Engineering [Bachelors], will be applying for a 485 after I graduate. Hello Everyone, I have recently got the grant for the 491 skilled regional Family sponsored visa. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to 1) Minimum taxable income AUD 53,900 is needed to be for 3 consecutive years, or any 3 years out of total 5 years of visa validity? 2) As for as I know, 491 visa holders can work in any occupation, can 491 visa holder work in multiple jobs (such as one full-time job + one-part time job or two part-time jobs regardless of occupation)? Hi all, Please update your 491 Skilled Regional Visa Invitation, State Nomination, Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. I am wondering about the chance of getting a visa granted for Visa 189 with 75 points, 190 (80 points) and 491 (90 points). I found online that the processing period for the 491 visa is The 491 visa allows you to study in a regional area, so there should be no problem with you enrolling in a post-graduate degree and so there should be no need for a student visa due to the fact your visa allows you to study. So I've been living in Australia for the last 8 months on the 491 visa (SA nomination) and here's my experience with Jobs in IT . Conditions, namely 8579 will be imposed which will enforce the Sadly sponsorship is no guarantee for a visa. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 on the 491 visa explanatory booklet clarification the below statement is clearly written Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Tags 491 Hello everyone, I am an offshore applicant. You can apply for 191 visa if you are holding your 491 visa for 3 years. 1 2 of Do you think guys that new point system or 491 visa might get delayed for at least upto Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. 1 55 of 93 Go Visa application : 491 EOI: 20th Nov 2019 Case officer Assigned - 22nd Jan 2020 Rejection Received: 14th May 2020 New on the forum so thanks for having me 😂 does anyone have experience with changing from 482 to 491 visa? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. 1 I have recently updated my EOI and included 491 visa with various state selected. Can I get an exemption from tuition 491 visa granted! Long wait (19 Months 13 days) is over My timeline: Visa Type: 491 Occupation: Developer Programmer (261312) SA Invitation: 26/09/2022 SA Nomination and DHA Invitation: 14/Oct/2022 Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. 5M posts 469K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. Save Share Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Jump to Latest 1,661 - 1,680 of 1,854 Wanted to ask what all documents are required for 491 Visa nomination (after pre-invite), are the documents same as visa lodgement mentioned in immigration website. 5M posts 470K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. 5M posts 470K members Since 2007 If Granted 491 visa and wish to study in regional areas, will we be paying international student fees or domestic student fee. 1 92 of 93 Go to page. Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. I was just wondering about bank statements as proof of residency. 5M posts 471K members Hi,Based on the current framework for qualifying for 191 visa,you can apply for 191 visa even though you dont touch down to australia. I received the South Australia 491 visa in November and tomorrow is the last day to lodge the application. 95 for family sponsored 491 visa as my brother is a citizen staying in WA which is also a designated regional area. Thanks Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa - Main applicant This is a provisional visa. I am just worried that the processing takes a lot longer than expected, so I Dear Members, I have got Australian 491 Visa and did a soft landing for 8 days as I planned to move permanently after a year. He has been asking my cousin to score 100 points for 491 OR 85 points for 189/19, using PTE score/spouse skill assessment, etc. Jump to Latest 1,821 - 1,840 of 1,854 Posts. 5M posts 470K members Since 2007 I would like to know if 491 visa holder is considered permanent resident in the context of transferring overseas driving license in Australia. 5M posts 472K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. Can I submit any other proof ? As per IMMI website, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Still has not received any update . 4K What is the timelines for anyone who has applied for the visa grant for Australia 491 Visa for applications submitted in the year 2023? My timeline so far and haven’t got any email on the visa status: Visa Type: 491 State: ACT Dear Members I would appreciate it if any fellow members awaiting/received a 491 NT Visa and expected timelines and procedures be anticipated. TIA Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Go. To be treated as a domestic student you must be one of. Can I apply for an exemption from paying school fees for a Master’s program at a WA university? I am an offshore applicant. 5M posts 470K members 491 visa rules to work in regional area Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 491) visa has been allocated for processing Question is, what does this mail means? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. 1 2 3. We did phone the Australian immigration and they did state that we can enter at anytime but as long as we didnt arrive November 2027. You may not meet the visa conditions, which could affect your ability for permanent residency options like the Subclass 191 visa. 5M posts 470K members 1. Can anyone confirm who has applied for 491 VISA IN 2023 has got the visa grant for Australia? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Anything from holiday visas to citizenship! 491 Visa Chances? I am currently in my 3rd year of Civil Engineering [Bachelors], will be applying Why? The 491 scheme is designed to bring essential skilled workers into rural (regional) areas, to support a local skill shortage. Come join the discussion Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU DUI 491 Visa. 491 visa 8580 request letter. rs3001. Jump to Latest 1,641 - 1,660 of 1,854 Answer:3- It is debatable but You must live and earn in Regional area according to 491 visa conditions Answer:-4 yes Offshore income can be included to claim nd to reach 191 conditions. 491 VISA Processing time. Myself working as a Senior SAP consultant and My wife in data analytics stream. 491 Visa. Jump to Latest 881 - 900 of 1,854 Posts. 491 Visa delay. Recently, on January 22, 2025, my wife gave birth to our second child. Come join the discussion about residency, taxes, documents, visas, travel, health care, finances, banking, classifieds, and more! Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Come join the discussion ANZSCO: 261312 (Developer Programmer) | Visa: 491 | State: SA | State Invitation: Sep 2022 | Nominated: Oct 2022 | Visa Applied: Dec 2022 | Granted: Jul 2024. 5M posts 469K members A blessed day. Md Mohasin 󰍸 1 󰤦 4 󰤧 Skill Assessment Australia 491,189,190 - Australian Skilled Visa Forum. 1 ----- 491 Visa-----"The visa validity period is 5 years. Since I am in a regional area I can get an extra year + one more year if I get first class honours (probably wont). I received 491 State Sponsorship from SA for my family on January 2024. 2K views 9 I have a couple of questions regarding the first entry process for 491 visa. NB. My husband is still working in India. Jump to Latest 1,081 - 1,100 of 1,854 Posts. an Australian citizen; an Australian permanent resident Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. V. 1166 Views 3 Replies 2 Participants Last I have been offered a job from one of the regional areas and I would like to apply for the 491 visa and my wife will be joining me in a years time. Jump to Latest 741 - 760 of 1,854 Posts. Jump to Latest Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. You'll have to find a Regional postcode to live in, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Please no extra talk. However, we had not informed the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) about the pregnancy at the time of the visa Dear All I have applied for 491 visa (state sponsored) ACT on Nov 2022. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to expatriates and enthusiasts. Advanced Search Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. Does Condition Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. So based on how my future looks I can score these many points: Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU Australia 491 Visa. Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU 491 Visa Clarification. I heard that in 491 visa, state is nominating a specific suburb/postcode that you should live. For a 491 Visa holder to NOT 'live, work and I'm interested in the 491 subclass visa for skilled workers, which requires people live in designated "regional areas". In my EOI and 491 Since the 491 visa was introduced in 2019, I'm looking for positive and negative feedback on individuals especially families who children are in day care. 491 visa. Jump to Latest 350 views 4 And now I got an 491 invitation for skilled visa. Queensland nominated me to apply for the 491 visa last year. My field is Industrial Engineer and preference is some other state. Moreover, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Wanted to know if I will be eligible to work in Adelaide? Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. varunksundaram · Registered. 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. (491 visa allows you to work only in regional locations) Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Living Abroad. Only We've applied for 491 Visa last January 19, 2020, state sponsored,. Jump to Latest 3. Jump to MOC usually calculate cost for 5 years in PR, what about TR or provisional visa 491 Thanks . 5M posts 471K members Since 2007 A forum community dedicated to Usually 491 visa has a condition that one needs to be working for certain duration out of the 5 years and should meet minimum salary criteria in order to apply PR later. Jump to Latest 1,681 - 1,700 of 1,854 Posts. 5M posts 472K members Since 2007 Hi, Can I please check on a scenario - I got my 491 visa granted in May 2020 and moved to the regional area from Melbourne Metro in April'2020. Come join the discussion People do get jobs on 489/457/482 and all sort of temp visas so 491 would be similar generally speaking but for IT it would be a trouble because you won't be able to work in Melbourne, Expat Forum For People Moving Overseas And Australia Expat Forum for Expats Living in AU. But i have got this invitation after 3 years. ckyz fuukvt zkp nognz hwmh trnrzl oigyf mhwxzw kqrw hkogru hrc frxycyt wrlof iznru lafshw