Sports Centre 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 Sports Centre 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.
Sports Centre Manager × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Sports Centre Manager (ANZSCO 149113) qualifies for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), reflecting demand for skilled sports facility management professionals in regional Australia. The Subclass 491 is points-tested. Applicants must achieve the required points threshold, with five additional points contributed by state or territory nomination. A skills assessment must be completed before lodging an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. Skills assessments for Sports Centre Managers are typically conducted by Sport Australia or a relevant authority. Applicants must demonstrate management experience overseeing a sports centre or recreational facility, including event scheduling, facility maintenance oversight, staff management, revenue management, and community engagement. Applicants must meet English language requirements and satisfy health and character checks. The visa requires holders to reside and work in a designated regional area for the duration of the provisional visa period. The Subclass 491 visa is valid for five years. After two years of eligible regional employment, holders may apply for permanent residency via Subclass 191. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,770. 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
State nominations for Sports Centre Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.