Cinema or Theatre 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 Cinema or Theatre 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.
Cinema or Theatre Manager × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
The Cinema or Theatre Manager occupation (ANZSCO 149912) appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL) and Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), making it eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa. This five-year provisional points-tested visa requires nomination from an Australian state or territory government or sponsorship by an eligible regional family member. To be competitive in SkillSelect, applicants generally require a total points score significantly above the pass mark of 65, as effective competitive minimums are typically 90 or above. Applicants must be under 45, hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 or equivalent), and obtain a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS before applying. Holders must live, work, and study only in a designated regional area of Australia. The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically taking 8 to 15 months. After three years of meeting regional residence and minimum income requirements, holders may apply for permanent residency through 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 Cinema or Theatre Manager
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 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 Cinema or Theatre Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.