Industrial 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
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- Base fee
- from $4,640 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~8-15 months (median)
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Industrial 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.
Industrial Designer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Industrial Designers (ANZSCO 232312) may be eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, a points-tested pathway for skilled workers willing to live and work in regional Australia. Nomination from a state or territory government or sponsorship by an eligible relative in a designated regional area is required. Applicants must obtain a skills assessment through the Design Institute of Australia before submitting an Expression of Interest via SkillSelect. Regional nomination adds 15 points to the applicant's points test score, which can be critical for achieving invitation thresholds. The Subclass 491 is a provisional visa valid for five years and carries regional living obligations throughout its duration. Holders who meet the residency and income requirements after three years may apply for the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Regional) visa. Government fees for the Subclass 491 are approximately AUD 4,240 for the primary applicant. State nomination fees vary by jurisdiction. Processing times are influenced by state quota availability and departmental workloads. Industrial Designers with specialisation in sustainable product design or advanced manufacturing may find stronger nomination demand in certain states. 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 Industrial Designer
State nominations for Industrial Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.