Mathematician — 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 Mathematician 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.
Mathematician × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Mathematician (ANZSCO 224112) qualifies for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, with the occupation on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL). The Subclass 491 is a five-year provisional points-tested visa for skilled workers nominated by a state or territory or sponsored by an eligible regional family member, with residence required in a designated regional area. Holders must live, work, and study only in a designated regional area for the visa period. After three years of meeting regional residency and income requirements, holders may apply for permanent residency via the Subclass 191. A minimum of 65 points is required; state or territory nomination adds 15 points to the SkillSelect score. A positive skills assessment from VETASSESS is required before lodging an Expression of Interest. Applicants must demonstrate Competent English (IELTS 6.0 in each band or equivalent) and be under 45 at the time of invitation. Indicative fees start from approximately AUD 4,640, with processing typically taking 8 to 15 months. Health and character requirements also apply. 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 Mathematician
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 190Details →Skilled Nominated visa
Permanent visa for workers nominated by a state or territory government.
- 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 Mathematician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.