Jewellery 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 Jewellery 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.
Jewellery Designer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Jewellery Designers (ANZSCO 232313) may be eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, a points-tested pathway requiring state or territory nomination or sponsorship by an eligible relative in a designated regional area. This pathway is suited to Jewellery Designers willing to establish themselves in regional Australia. A positive skills assessment from the Design Institute of Australia or a relevant authority is required before lodging an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. Regional nomination under the Subclass 491 adds 15 points to the applicant's score, which is often decisive in competitive invitation rounds. The visa is provisional and valid for five years with regional living obligations. After three years of compliant regional residence and meeting income thresholds, holders may apply for the Subclass 191 permanent residence visa. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,240 for the primary applicant. Regional Jewellery Designers may find opportunities in craft and artisan communities, tourism-driven areas, or Indigenous art and jewellery sectors in regional states. Processing times depend on state quota availability and departmental assessment timelines. 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 Jewellery Designer
- 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 Jewellery Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.