Manufacturer — 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 Manufacturer 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.
Manufacturer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Manufacturers (ANZSCO 133411) may be eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa where this occupation is included in state or territory nomination programs targeting regional industries. The Subclass 491 is a five-year provisional points-tested visa requiring nomination by a state or territory government or an eligible regional family member. Applicants must secure a positive skills assessment, typically from VETASSESS, evaluating manufacturing qualifications and management experience. Applicants must be under 45 at invitation and hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent). State or territory nomination adds 15 points to the SkillSelect score. Holders must live and work in designated regional Australia for the visa duration. Indicative fees start from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 9 to 18 months. After three years of satisfying regional residence and income requirements, holders may apply for permanent residency via the Subclass 191 visa. 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 Manufacturer
State nominations for Manufacturer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.