Anaesthetic Technician — 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 Anaesthetic Technician 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.
Anaesthetic Technician × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Anaesthetic Technician (ANZSCO 311211) qualifies for the Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL), supporting regional healthcare workforce needs across Australia. This visa is points-tested and requires sponsorship from an eligible state or territory government. Applicants must register an Expression of Interest through SkillSelect and be nominated by a state or territory government participating in the 491 program. A positive skills assessment from the relevant authority is required to validate clinical qualifications and anaesthetic support experience. State nomination adds 15 points to the applicant's score. Competitive point scores are generally required to attract a nomination invitation. Requirements include demonstrating at least Competent English (IELTS 6 or equivalent), being under 45 years of age, and satisfying health and character checks. Visa holders must live and work in a designated regional area for at least three years before being eligible to apply for permanent residency through the Subclass 191 visa. 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 Anaesthetic Technician
- 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 Anaesthetic Technician
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.