Subclass 491 - Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa
To be considered for this pathway you must meet all the criteria below.
You may also need to possess one or more of the Priority Attributes listed for this pathway.
All occupations are eligible for this pathway
Important note:
The requirements and priorities on this page reflect the 2024-25 program.
The 2025-26 program is not yet open to new registrations of interest and program settings have not yet been finalised. The information on this page is likely to change.
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Minimum requirements
- You must demonstrate that you have established and operated a business (solely owned or co-owned with spouse) in Tasmania for at least 12 months.
- Your business must have provided a personal taxable income to you of at least 85 per cent of the Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (i.e., currently $62,178).
- You must show that you have an understanding of the responsibilities and requirements around treating employees fairly by completing key units on the Fair Work Ombudsman’s online learning centre.
- Owners of massage therapy businesses must have a related skills assessment and a verifiable health fund provider number.
- Subcontracting business owners are not eligible for consideration in this pathway.
Please also read the additional information, exclusions and definitions and the frequently asked questions.