Stay

5 years

Cost

From AUD4,770.00

Processing times

For an indication of processing times for this visa, use the visa processing time guide tool. This will show the processing times for recently decided applications. It is a guide only and not specific to your application.

With this visa, you can

• live, work and study only in designated regional areas of Australia for 5 years

• travel to and from Australia for 5 years

• if eligible, apply for permanent residence after 3 years from the time your visa is granted You must                                                        

• be nominated to work in an occupation on the relevant skilled occupation list

• have at least 3 years relevant work experience in your nominated occupation

• have a relevant skills assessment, unless an exemption applies

• work only for your sponsor or associated entity, unless an exemption applies

• be under 45 years of age, unless an exemption applies

• meet minimum standards of English language proficiency

• Help with your visa

• If you are getting help with your visa, before you pay someone, read information on Who can help with your visa application.