Transport Company 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 Transport Company 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.
Transport Company Manager × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Transport Company Manager (ANZSCO 149413) qualifies for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), reflecting demand for skilled transport management professionals in regional Australia. The Subclass 491 is points-tested. Applicants must accumulate the required points score, with five additional points from state or territory nomination. A skills assessment must be obtained before lodging an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. For Transport Company Managers, skills assessments are conducted by the relevant transport industry assessing authority, evaluating management experience in transport operations, logistics coordination, driver and vehicle compliance, and business financial management. Applicants must meet English language proficiency requirements and satisfy health and character assessments. The visa requires holders to live and work in a designated regional area for the duration of the provisional visa period. The Subclass 491 is valid for five years. After two years of eligible regional employment, holders may apply for Subclass 191 permanent residency. 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
Other visa pathways for Transport Company Manager
State nominations for Transport Company Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.