Film and Video Editor — 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 Film and Video Editor 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.
Film and Video Editor × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Film and Video Editors (ANZSCO 212314), listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL), are 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. 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 through SkillSelect. The assessment evaluates post-production qualifications and editing credits against Australian standards. Competitive SkillSelect scores are typically 90 or above. Holders must live, work, and study exclusively in designated regional Australia throughout the visa period. The indicative fee is from AUD 4,640, with processing typically 8 to 15 months. A pathway to permanent residency is available through the Subclass 191 visa after three years of satisfying regional residence and income requirements. 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 Film and Video Editor
State nominations for Film and Video Editor
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.