ANZSCO 249311Subclass 491Provisional
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages — 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 Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages 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.
Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages × Subclass 491 — pathway overview
Detailed pathway narrative being prepared. Use the data above to discuss your specific situation with a registered MARA migration agent. Verify current rules at immi.gov.au.
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 Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
State nominations for Teacher of English to Speakers of Other Languages
States currently nominating this occupation — see the dedicated pages for state-specific criteria.
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