Multimedia Designer — Subclass 494 Pathway
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa · 5 years provisional → PR pathway via Subclass 191
At a glance
- Visa
- Subclass 494 — Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
- Points test
- Not points-tested
- Sponsor
- Employer sponsor required
- Eligibility list
- MLTSSLSTSOLROLCSOL
- Base fee
- from $4,770 (check immi.gov.au for current fee)
- Processing time
- ~9-18 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 494 — pathway overview
Multimedia Designers (ANZSCO 232413) may qualify for the Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa, enabling skilled workers sponsored by a regional employer to live and work in regional Australia. This is a provisional visa valid for five years with regional living obligations. The Subclass 494 is not points-tested. Employers in designated regional areas must hold approved sponsorship and demonstrate labour market testing before nominating the position. Applicants must meet skills, age, and English language requirements. A skills assessment from the Design Institute of Australia may be required. After three years of compliant regional employment and meeting the income threshold, holders may apply for the Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Regional) visa. Government fees are approximately AUD 4,240 for the primary applicant. Regional employers in sectors including education, tourism, mining services, health communication, and government may seek Multimedia Designers to support digital communications and training material development. Processing times depend on application completeness and departmental workloads. 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 494. Verify every requirement on immi.gov.au before applying.
- Under 45 years of age at application
- Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent)
- Positive skills assessment in the nominated occupation
- Three years of relevant work experience in the nominated occupation
- Nominated by an approved regional employer 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.
- 491Details →Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa
Five-year provisional visa for workers willing to live and work in regional Australia.
State nominations for Multimedia Designer
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.