Comments on: 491 visa Australia ?? SWR visa

By: Nowak Migration

Nowak Migration — Sat, 01 Feb 2020 22:27:58 +0000

In reply to Rita. There is no condition on 491 visa saying you have to stay in a particular state. Signing a statutory declaration and not following what you have declared is the other story.

By: Rita

Rita — Mon, 27 Jan 2020 16:39:21 +0000

I am considering to apply for visa 491 in NT. As far as I know, it is allowed to move between regional areas according to the 491 visa conditions.
However, in NT migration website under FAQ says the following:
“As part of the nomination process you will be required to sign a declaration committing to live and work in the NT for three years after your visa is granted.”
Could you please clarify if it is possible to move between the regions in case I cannot find a job in NT or under any other circumstances? It is not clear based on above mention information. What would happen if I move to an other regional state? Would they cancel my visa?
Thanks

By: Amrita Gill

Amrita Gill — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 04:40:24 +0000

In reply to Nowak Migration. Thanks for your quick response. I will discuss it through with my spouse and sure let you know. I am waiting for QP licence, once received will start the process.

By: Nowak Migration

Nowak Migration — Sun, 19 Jan 2020 22:59:04 +0000

In reply to Amrita. I don't think you'll get an invitation for 189 with 80 points, so 491 (or maybe 190) would be the one to go. Lucky you, an audiologist is on WASMOL list. Let me know if you'd need assistance with a state nomination.

By: Amrita

Amrita — Thu, 16 Jan 2020 14:40:51 +0000

I am an Audiologist and working in Perth. I did my Masters from Melbourne. I have 80 points now with my husbands English points included. I am confused whether 189 General or 491 which way to go.
I definitely prefer PR over provisional. Can you suggest something.

By: Nowak Migration

Nowak Migration — Wed, 15 Jan 2020 23:25:59 +0000

In reply to Denny.

1. You can apply for 491 BEFORE 485 expire if you’ll be eligible and will get a state nomnation.
2. Enroll to university in regional Queensland – USC coming to my mind. You’ll get extra 1 or 2 years for 485 after the school and extra points for study in regional Australia. Let me know if you require assistance with enrollment.

By: Denny

Denny — Sat, 11 Jan 2020 09:50:50 +0000

Hi
I have two questions:
1. Can 485 visa holder apply for 491 visa after the 485 visa expires?
2. I am trying to enrol in Master of Social Work at a university in Brisbane. What is the pathway to get PR visa (preferably stay in QLD state)?

Thank you very much

By: Nowak Migration

Nowak Migration — Fri, 03 Jan 2020 05:32:57 +0000

In reply to Israt.

1. 491 holders must live in a regional area. The fact secondary applicant is studying in metro may raise a question, but at the end of the day is all about willing genuinely stay in regional Australia.
2. I do not think NSW specified whether work experience in the last 12 months would have to be full-time employment. Again it’s about genuine intention to live in regional Australia. If part-time in metro and part-time in regional – may rise doubts.

By: Israt

Israt — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 05:53:43 +0000

Hi,

I have two questions regarding 491 visa NSW state.

1. If spouse is studying in Sydney but working and living in regional area, will it effect the entry level eligibility for primary applicant , i mean before entering criteria for 491 NSW visa ?(Note: Primary applicant has satisfied all criteria for 491 NSW visa),
2. other scenario is, if primary applicant shows 1 year living and work experience with 20 hours per week in nominated occupation , will he be still applicable for entry level eligibility of 491 NSW. (as per Living and working in regional area for last 12 months in nsw)

By: Nowak Migration

Nowak Migration — Sun, 29 Dec 2019 23:03:07 +0000

In reply to Amy. Check carefully nomination requirements on respective state websites. Nowadays, each state wants an applicant to live there already to be eligible for a nomination, so ACT does not seem to be an option.