Mixed Crop and Livestock 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 Mixed Crop and Livestock 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.
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmers (ANZSCO 121411) qualify for the Subclass 491 visa as this occupation appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), making it eligible for state nomination or regional family sponsorship pathways. The 491 visa operates as a points-tested visa, where applicants must achieve the required points threshold while meeting health, character, and security requirements. To pursue this occupation under 491, applicants must obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant assessing body, typically the Department of Agriculture or equivalent professional organisation that evaluates agricultural qualifications and experience. The assessment confirms that the applicant's skills and qualifications meet Australian standards for mixed crop and livestock farming operations. State sponsorship or eligible regional family sponsorship are mandatory requirements for the 491 visa, as applicants cannot lodge without nomination. The visa leads to permanent residence after three years in an eligible regional area, provided relevant conditions are met. Points are calculated based on age, English language proficiency, skilled employment history, and qualifications. 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
State nominations for Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.