Financial Institution Branch 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 Financial Institution Branch 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.
Financial Institution Branch Manager × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
The Financial Institution Branch Manager occupation (ANZSCO 149914) is listed on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), 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 from an eligible regional family member. Applicants must be under 45 at invitation, hold Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent), and secure a positive skills assessment from VETASSESS before lodging an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect. The ROL listing means state and territory governments nominating for the Subclass 491 may include this occupation; however, each jurisdiction determines its own occupation lists each program year. Effective competitive points scores in SkillSelect are typically above 90 points. Holders are required to live, work, and study only in designated regional areas of Australia. The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically taking 8 to 15 months. After three years of regional residence and meeting the income threshold, holders may seek 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
State nominations for Financial Institution Branch Manager
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.