Poultry Farmer — Subclass 491 Pathway
Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa · 5 years provisional → PR pathway via Subclass 191
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 491 — Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
- Points test
- Yes — points-tested via SkillSelect
- Sponsor
- State nomination or eligible family sponsor
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Poultry Farmer for migration purposes is handled by: VETASSESS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
Poultry Farmer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Poultry farmers (ANZSCO 121321) may qualify for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa through the Regional Occupation List (ROL), which is specifically designed for regional visa pathways. This occupation does not appear on the MLTSSL or STSOL. The typical pathway for Subclass 491 applicants in this occupation involves a points-tested system combined with state nomination or sponsorship from an eligible regional family member. Applicants must obtain a positive skill assessment from the appropriate assessing authority before progressing their application. Skill assessment for poultry farmers is conducted by the Australian Veterinary Examining Council (AVEC) or relevant agricultural bodies, depending on the specific qualifications and experience presented. Applicants must demonstrate their skills and experience meet the occupation standards. The points-tested requirement means applicants accumulate points across various criteria including age, English language proficiency, work experience, and qualifications to meet the required threshold. State sponsorship typically requires commitment to work in the designated regional area for a specified period. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.2026-06-26T10:18:49.818Z
Content last generated: 2026-06-26
Key requirements
High-level criteria for Subclass 491. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at invitation
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in a nominated occupation
- State/territory nomination OR eligible regional family sponsor
- Live, work, and study only in a designated regional area
- Health and character requirements
Other visa pathways for Poultry Farmer
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 482Details →Skills in Demand visa
Employer-sponsored temporary visa (formerly TSS) for occupations on the relevant list.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for Poultry Farmer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.