Air Transport Professionals nec — 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)
Key facts at a glance
Data compiled from official sources. Always verify on the relevant authority’s website before acting.
- Skills assessment fee
- AUD 900–1,145via Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services· ~8-16 weeks processing
All figures are indicative. Fees and points cutoffs change frequently — always verify on immi.gov.au and the relevant state/authority website before lodging.
Skills assessment for this occupation
Assessing Air Transport Professionals nec 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.
Air Transport Professionals nec × Subclass 494 — pathway overview
Air Transport Professionals Not Elsewhere Classified (ANZSCO 231199) qualifies for the Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa as it appears on the Regional Occupation List (ROL). This category encompasses specialised aviation roles in regional Australia not covered by other ANZSCO aviation codes. The Subclass 494 is not points-tested. Applicants must be sponsored by an approved regional employer who demonstrates genuine need for the specific aviation professional role and provides evidence of unsuccessful local recruitment efforts. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) typically assesses skills for occupations in this group, evaluating licences, professional experience, and competencies against Australian aviation standards. Specific requirements vary by the particular aviation role claimed under ANZSCO 231199. Applicants must meet any relevant aviation medical certification requirements, demonstrate English language proficiency, and satisfy character requirements. The visa requires holders to reside and work in a designated regional area. The Subclass 494 provisional visa is valid for five years. After three years of regional employment, holders may apply for permanent residency through Subclass 191. Government fees are approximately AUD 5,765. 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