This is a 4-year temporary visa for people who are prepared to live and work in regional areas.
However, it is also possible to be sponsored by a relative who lives in the regional area where you are applying.
This is a 4-year temporary visa for people who are prepared to live and work in regional areas.
However, it is also possible to be sponsored by a relative who lives in the regional area where you are applying.
In order to apply for this visa subclass, you must:
• Be under 50 years of age;
• Have good English language skills;
• Have the skills and qualifications that meet the Australian standard for an occupation on the
Medium and Long term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL);
• Be either sponsored by an eligible Australian relative living in a “Designated Area” or
nominated by a participating state or territory government agency.
This visa is points tested with 60 points required to be eligible as well as satisfying the standard conditions
for immigration. Points are awarded in the following categories:
• Age
• English Language
• Australian and Overseas Work Experience
• Australian Study
• Qualifications
• Community Language
• Regional Australian Study
• Spouse Skills
• State or Family Sponsorship
• Professional Year