Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa
The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (subclass 494) visa is a pathway for skilled workers to live and work in regional areas of Australia. This visa is designed to address skill shortages in regional areas and support economic growth in these communities.
Key Features:
Regional Focus:
The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa is specifically tailored for skilled workers who have a job offer in a regional area of Australia. It aims to provide skilled workers to regions where their skills are needed most, helping to bolster local economies and communities.
Employer Sponsorship:
To be eligible for this visa, applicants must have a job offer from an employer located in a designated regional area. Employers must be approved sponsors and demonstrate a genuine need for the skilled worker’s services.
Occupation Lists:
The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa is subject to occupation lists that outline the skilled occupations in demand in regional Australia. Applicants must have skills and qualifications relevant to occupations listed on these regional occupation lists.
Provisional Residence:
Successful applicants are granted a provisional visa for up to five years, providing them with the opportunity to live and work in a regional area of Australia. This provisional period allows skilled workers and their families to establish themselves in the regional community.
Pathway to Permanent Residency:
The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa offers a pathway to permanent residency through the Subclass 191 (Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional)) visa. After meeting specific residency and employment criteria, visa holders can apply for permanent residency.
Contact us today to learn more about how we can assist you in securing a Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa and embarking on your journey to live and work in regional Australia.