Multimedia 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 Multimedia 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.
Multimedia Designer × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Multimedia Designers (ANZSCO 232413) may be eligible for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa, a points-tested pathway requiring state or territory government nomination or sponsorship by an eligible relative in a designated regional area. This visa is well suited to multimedia professionals willing to relocate regionally. A skills assessment from the Design Institute of Australia is required before submitting an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect. Regional nomination adds 15 points to the applicant's points test score, which can be critical for securing an invitation. The Subclass 491 is provisional, valid for five years, with an obligation to live and work in a designated regional area. Multimedia Designers may find opportunities in regional Australia with local government digital communications teams, universities, vocational education providers, tourism operators, and remote-accessible digital employers. After three years of compliant regional living 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. Processing times depend on state nomination availability. 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 Multimedia Designer
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 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 Multimedia Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.