Poultry Farmer — Subclass 494 Pathway
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa · 5 years provisional → PR pathway via Subclass 191
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 494 — Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~9-18 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 494 — pathway overview
Poultry farmers (ANZSCO 121321) may qualify for the Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa through the Regional Occupation List (ROL), which designates occupations suitable for regional Australian employers. This visa category is not points-tested, distinguishing it from other skilled migration pathways. To sponsor a poultry farmer, employers must be based in designated regional areas and meet specific sponsorship requirements. Applicants must obtain a positive skill assessment from the relevant assessing authority, which for agricultural occupations typically involves bodies such as VETASSESS or other approved providers. The assessment confirms that the applicant's qualifications and experience align with Australian standards for the occupation. Key requirements include holding a valid employer nomination, meeting English language proficiency standards, and satisfying health and character checks. Applicants must also demonstrate their intention to work in regional Australia for the sponsoring employer. The Subclass 494 visa provides a pathway to permanent residency after meeting specified conditions. 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 494. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
- Three years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Nominated by an approved regional employer 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.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
State nominations for Poultry Farmer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.