Subclass 494 - Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional Visa

The Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa (Subclass 494) is the new employer sponsored visa for regional areas. It will replace the previous Regional Employer Sponsored visa - 187 (RSMS).
The 494 Visa is initially a temporary visa that may allow you to obtain permanent residency after 3 years. You must first get sponsored by a company, the company will then nominate you for the position and then you apply for the visa.
Relevant Links:
✔ 494 Visa: www.pathwaytoau...
✔ 482 Visa: www.pathwaytoau...
✔ Points Test: www.pathwaytoau...
✔ Relevant Occupation List: www.legislation...
What is the process:
1. The business must apply for approval as a business sponsor by submitting a sponsorship application:
• This employer must be located in a designated regional area.
• The business is operating in a lawful manner
• The business can meet its financial obligations
2. The company must submit a nomination application for the employee
• The position must be located in a designated regional Australia (everywhere except Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.)
• The position must be on the approved list (over 650 - 700 occupations)
• The position must be full time and likely be available for 5 years
• The employer must pay at least the Australian Market Salary Rate (AMSR)
• Your employer may also need approval from the Regional Certifying Body (RCB) in your area
3. Apply for the visa
• You must hold a suitable skills assessment in an occupation on the relevant skill list.
• You must have at least three years of full time and relevant skilled work experience
• You must be under 45 years of age
• You must demonstrate Competent English
Once you hold the 494 visa, you can:
• Be granted for 5 years and you can move between jobs (in a regional area) but will have 90 days to find a new nominator
• Access to Medicare
• Include family members
494 Visa holders cannot:
• Move to Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane
• Apply for any other skilled PR or 820 partner visas for 3 years
Where can I work on this visa?
Your employer must be located in a designated regional area of Australia (everywhere except Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane).
What occupation can apply for this visa?
Your position is on the relevant occupation list (over 650 occupations)
Pathway to Permanent Residency:
The 494 is a five-year visa. However, it may lead to PR. In order to obtain permanent residency, you would need to continue to live and work in a regional area. 494 visa holders can access permanent residence through the Subclass 191 (Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional)) when:
1. You have worked in the designated regional area for at least three years, whilst holding a 494 visa
2. You can show earnings of at least $53,900 annually for three years. If you have a partner included in your 494 application, only one of you needs to show the three years of annual salary (through tax returns) at or above $53,900.
If you have any questions regarding your visa options, feel free to contact Pathway to Aus:
P: [phone]
E: [e-mail]
W: pathwaytoaus.com
Or comment or enquire below

[@venusflytrapful]

I love your videos! Thanks

[@MrAllysonn]

So aell explained! Its also great that aplicants can chsnge workplace if they can find another employer who csn make a nommination.

[@TheFew777]

Good call from AGov about Medicare, and how about school easy access for childrens. Are any info about it? Common eduaction fees for work visas holders may be a significant part of family income, so fees like for PR it would be a great.

[@sam_ausnsw8486]

Really helpful video thank you.

[@bradmanpanta2741]

Hi

[@AjayKumar-ql4nu]

Hiii nick iam on 494 employer sponsored scheme visa ….. after 3 years ….when i apply for resident visa i still have to pass the english test ( IELTS)

[@chefmike2268]

Today i have received a great news my visa subclass 494 are granted.

[@nadunhetticomedy]

Thank you for this video. Quick question, can I work remotely for a company in a regional area?

[@newnepal576]

I have 13.5 yrs of commercial banking experience in Nepal. Would like to move to Regional under 494 at Financial Institution Branch Manager. Scored overall 78 in PTE (each band 7). What are the chances for visa ? Pls suggest.

[@georgedibin]

Hello Sir , I’m a Chef , May I know , which skill assessment do I need to take for 494 visa ? If you can share me a link It would be helpful . Thank You 😊

[@fredtorres743]

Excellent video! I have a question, If It get the visa 494 with 44 years old, will I be able to apply for the 191 with 47 years old, for example? Thanks a lot

[@novybatalla3448]

Hi!

[@ajfraser7648]

Hi Nick, please can you post the link to the list of 650-700 occupations as stated in the video?

[@amarvaidya1890]

Hi Nick

[@denisetasara4841]

Can I submit an expression of interest on skillselect for a 494 visa, I have hotel service manager as a skill

[@joseleonardodosramos6934]

Really well explained, thank you. If I want to go with my wife, does she need to have competent english too or it's not needed?

[@shahzadaliraza8345]

hi, I'm having over 6 years of professional experience, but I was paid in cash mostly (no salery slips), though when I came to know about income proof of one's employment, I requested my employer at second job to pay me online in my Bank account instead of cash payment. Now, I have been paid salary in my Bank account for 14 months.. please let me know about my experience acceptable by immigration agent

[@keyamoni8087]

ok

[@laarnideloria9364]

Hi Nick, i just wanted to inquire if barista and sales Associate is included in this visa

[@humnanaqvi9184]

how can we approach employer?