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ANZSCO 411713Subclass 494Provisional

Family Support Worker — 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 Family Support Worker for migration purposes is handled by: CWA.

Each occupation has a single designated assessing authority — refer to the occupation page for the body that assesses it.

Family Support Worker × Subclass 494 — pathway overview

Family Support Worker (ANZSCO 411713) is listed on the Short-Term Skilled Occupation List (STSOL) and the Combined Skilled Occupation List (CSOL), qualifying it for the Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494). This employer-sponsored visa allows workers to live and work for a sponsoring employer in a designated regional area, with a pathway to permanent residence after three years. Family Support Workers assist families through counselling, practical support, and referral services. The visa is available through the Employer Sponsored or Labour Agreement stream in a designated regional area. The sponsoring employer must be approved and operate in a regional location. Visa holders must remain employed by that employer throughout the provisional period. The Community Workers Association (CWA) conducts the skills assessment. English proficiency must meet prescribed standards. Health and character requirements apply. Applicants must be under 45. Processing takes two to six months. The primary applicant fee is approximately AUD 4,240. 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 Family Support Worker

State nominations for Family Support Worker

States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.

New South Wales→Western Australia→South Australia→Tasmania→Northern Territory→Australian Capital Territory→
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