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Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191)

Permanent residency for eligible 491 and 494 holders.

Overview

About this visa

The subclass 191 visa is the permanent-residence stage for people who have held an eligible regional provisional visa - such as the 491 or 494 - and met the residence and income requirements.

It rewards those who have genuinely lived and worked in regional areas by converting their provisional status into full permanent residency.

Once granted, it provides the usual permanent-residence benefits: indefinite stay, unrestricted work and study, and a pathway to citizenship.

This may suit you if

  • You hold an eligible regional provisional visa
  • You have met the required residence period
  • You have met the income requirement
  • You want to convert to permanent residency
Eligibility

Eligibility & key requirements

  • A qualifying regional provisional visa (such as 491 or 494)
  • The required period living in a designated regional area
  • Evidence of meeting the minimum income requirement
  • Ongoing compliance with your provisional visa conditions
  • Health and character requirements
  • A valid application within the eligibility window
Details

Key features

  • Permanent residency from grant
  • Recognition of your regional residence and work
  • Freedom to live and work anywhere
  • A pathway to citizenship
Working with us

How the process works

Every application follows the same disciplined path, so you always know the next step.

1

Assess

We review your full profile, confirm the visas you realistically qualify for and recommend the strongest route for your goals.

2

Plan

You receive a clear written plan setting out timelines, costs, the documents needed and any gaps to close before lodging.

3

Prepare

We draft your submissions, complete every form and assemble your evidence so the application is accurate and decision-ready.

4

Lodge

We lodge your application, track its progress and respond on your behalf to any request from the authorities.

5

Outcome

We see you through to the decision, and support you afterwards with arrival, conditions, renewals and future permanent residency or citizenship.

Good to know

Frequently asked questions

What score do I need for a skilled visa?
There is a minimum points threshold, but in practice the scores that receive invitations are usually higher and vary by occupation and round. We calculate your score, look for legitimate ways to increase it, and advise on how competitive you are before you lodge.
Do I need an employer or a job offer?
No. Skilled points-tested visas do not require an employer to sponsor you. State or regional nomination can boost your score, but the independent stream needs neither an employer nor a family sponsor.
How long will my application take?
Processing times vary by visa type and change regularly, and they depend on your documents and personal circumstances. We give you a realistic, up-to-date estimate for your situation and keep you informed while the case is assessed.
Can I include my family?
Many visas let you include a partner and dependent children, either together with your application or by adding them later. We confirm exactly who you can include and prepare their documents alongside yours.
Do I have to visit your office in Jalandhar?
No. We work with clients across India and around the world. Your case can be handled entirely by phone, email and video call if that is easier for you.
How Rahil Migration helps

From first question to grant

  • Assess every skilled visa you could qualify for
  • Maximise your points score across all factors
  • Manage your skills assessment and English testing
  • Prepare and lodge a competitive expression of interest
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Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491)

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