ICT Business Analyst — 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 ICT Business Analyst for migration purposes is handled by: ACS.
Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.
ICT Business Analyst × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
ICT Business Analysts (ANZSCO 261111) may access the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa. With the occupation on the Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), regional states and territories with growing technology sectors nominate ICT business analysts to support digital transformation and government projects. The 491 visa is points-tested and requires state or territory government nomination or sponsorship from an eligible relative in a designated regional area. Holders must commit to living and working in the regional area for at least three years. The permanent Subclass 191 visa becomes accessible after meeting residency and income requirements. A positive ACS skills assessment is required. Points are calculated across age, English proficiency, work experience, and qualifications. State nomination adds five points. Health and character checks must be satisfied. 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 ICT Business Analyst
- 186Details →Employer Nomination Scheme visa
Permanent employer-sponsored visa for workers nominated by an approved sponsor.
- 189Details →Skilled Independent visa
Permanent points-tested visa for workers not sponsored by an employer, family member, or state.
- 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.
- 485Details →Temporary Graduate visa
Post-study work visa for recent graduates of Australian qualifications.
- 494Details →Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
Five-year employer-sponsored provisional visa in regional Australia, with a path to PR.
State nominations for ICT Business Analyst
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.