Corporate Services Manager — 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 Corporate Services Manager 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.
Corporate Services Manager × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Corporate Services Manager (ANZSCO 132111) qualifies for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa through its listing on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), which supports eligibility for this five-year provisional regional visa. The Subclass 491 is points-tested and requires state or territory nomination or sponsorship from an eligible regional family member. Applicants must lodge an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and receive a nomination invitation from a state or territory that has identified regional demand for corporate services management. A positive skills assessment from the relevant approved body is required before submitting an EOI. Assessment is typically conducted through the Australian Institute of Management (AIM) or an equivalent organisation. Key requirements include achieving the minimum points threshold, being under 45 years of age, demonstrating competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent), and committing to live, work, and study exclusively in a designated regional area. State or territory nomination adds 15 points to the applicant's score. After three years of meeting the regional residence and income requirements, holders may apply for permanent residency via the Subclass 191 pathway. Application fees for Subclass 491 start from approximately $4,640. For advice tailored to your individual circumstances, always consult a registered MARA migration agent.
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 Corporate Services Manager
- 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 Corporate Services Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.