Fashion Designer — 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 Fashion Designer 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.
Fashion Designer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Fashion Designers (ANZSCO 232311) may be eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, a points-tested pathway requiring either state or territory government nomination or sponsorship by an eligible relative in a designated regional area. This occupation must appear on the relevant state occupation list to attract regional nomination. Applicants must secure a skills assessment through the Design Institute of Australia or relevant creative industry authority before submitting an Expression of Interest via SkillSelect. Regional nomination under the Subclass 491 contributes 15 additional points to an applicant's points test score. The visa is provisional, valid for five years, with holders required to live and work in a designated regional area. After three years of compliant regional residence and satisfying income requirements, Subclass 491 holders may apply for the Subclass 191 permanent residence visa. Government application fees are approximately AUD 4,240 for the primary applicant. State nomination fees vary by jurisdiction and may add to overall costs. Processing times depend on nomination availability and departmental processing capacity. English language proficiency at the competent level is generally required. 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 Fashion Designer
State nominations for Fashion Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.