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State Nominations – Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa

Boost Your Chances of PR with State or Territory Nomination

The Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa allows skilled migrants to live, work, and study in designated regional areas of Australia for up to 5 years. One of the most popular and effective ways to qualify for this visa is through a State or Territory Government Nomination—a powerful endorsement that significantly increases your points score and visa approval chances.
At Oz Career Gurus, we help you identify the right state or territory based on your occupation, profile, and preferences—and guide you through the nomination process step by step.
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Why Apply for State Nomination?

  • Receive 15 Extra Points towards your skilled migration score
  • Access state-specific occupation lists with better opportunities
  • Enjoy priority processing in many cases
  • Increased chances of receiving an Invitation to Apply (ITA)
  • A clear pathway to permanent residency via Subclass 191

What Is a State Nomination?

Each Australian state and territory has its own migration program, including a list of occupations in demand. If your skills match their needs, you may be invited to apply for nomination, which supports your Expression of Interest (EOI) and boosts your overall points score by 15.
States nominate candidates based on local labor shortages, regional needs, and population targets. Key factors include work experience, English proficiency, study in Australia, regional ties, and more.

Take the First Step Toward Your Australian Future

A state nomination could be the key to unlocking your dream of living and working in Australia. Let Oz Career Gurus help you get the recognition you need and secure your Subclass 491 visa with confidence.
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491 to Permanent Residency: The Path Forward

After living and working in a designated regional area for at least 3 years and earning the required taxable income, you can apply for PR through Subclass 191—a direct pathway to permanent residency.
Points Assessment & Strategy

We calculate your current skilled migration score and guide you on improving it.

Expression of Interest (EOI) Filing

We lodge a compliant and optimized EOI in SkillSelect, increasing your chance of selection.

State Nomination Application

We prepare and submit your state-specific nomination application with supporting documents.

Common Questions on 491 Skilled Work Regional Visa

Not always. Some states require a job offer, while others focus on your skills, work experience, or study history. We’ll help you navigate the best pathway.

You need a minimum of 65 points, but state nomination gives you 15 extra, making it easier to meet or exceed the threshold.

Yes. You can include your spouse and dependent children, and they’ll have the same visa rights as you.

Absolutely. Regional areas offer job opportunities, PR pathways, affordable living, and often faster visa processing.

Occupation lists change frequently. We help you track updates or explore alternate states and pathways.

You are expected to live and work in the nominating state, especially if your nomination was based on specific state criteria. Switching states can affect future PR eligibility.