🇦🇺 Australia · Employer-sponsored work
Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 494) — requirements, costs & how to apply
Who is eligible
| Minimum monthly income | €3,899 |
| Minimum annual salary | AUD 76,515 |
| Job offer | Required |
| Employer sponsor | Required |
| Work experience | 3+ years |
| Language level | B2 |
| Health insurance | Required (valid in-country) |
| Criminal record | Clean record / police clearance |
| Medical exam | Required |
| Age range | 18–44 |
Costs
| Application / consular fee | €2,957 |
Duration & renewal
Initial stay: 60 months. Citizenship possible after 7 years.
Who can apply
Open to all nationalities.
How to apply
- Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
- Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing/skilled-employer-sponsored-regional-494.
Frequently asked
How much income do I need?
You must show €3,899.
Do I need health insurance?
Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.
Sources & verification
Every figure on this page is taken from an official government source and dated. Nothing is inferred.
“Skilled visa income thresholds are increasing in line with changes to annual Average Weekly Ordinary Time Earnings.”
“'This visa enables regional employers to address identified labour shortages within their region by sponsoring skilled workers...'; Basic Eligibility: 'You must: be nominated by an approved work sponsor'.”
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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-24.