The Subclass 191 Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa provides a pathway to permanent residency for individuals who have held certain provisional regional visas, like Subclass 491 or 494, and who meet the required criteria for residence, employment, and income. It aims to promote long-term settlement in Australia’s designated regional areas and supports skilled migrants, as well as specific groups such as Hong Kong passport holders, in gaining permanent residency.

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Why Choose the Subclass 191 Visa?

🔹Live permanently in Australia

🔹Work and study anywhere in the country

🔹Apply from inside or outside Australia

🔹Include eligible family members

🔹Access to Medicare and citizenship pathway

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Streams Available

1. Regional Provisional Stream
   For holders of Subclass 491 or 494 who meet the work, residence, and income requirements.

2. Hong Kong Stream
   For Hong Kong or British National (Overseas) passport holders living and working in regional areas.

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General Eligibility

🔹Apply under the correct visa stream

🔹Meet health and character requirements

🔹Fulfil public interest and special return criteria

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🗺️ Designated Regional Areas

All areas of Australia except Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. Includes:
Hobart, Perth, Adelaide, Canberra, and the Gold Coast.

 

📋 Requirements by Stream

Regional Provisional Stream

🔹Hold (or have held) a 491 or 494 visa for at least 3 years

🔹Comply with visa conditions (live, work, study in regional areas)

🔹Earn at least AUD 53,900 per year (taxable income) for 3 years

Hong Kong Stream

🔹Hold a Hong Kong or BN(O) passport

🔹Hold an eligible visa (e.g. Subclass 457, 482, or 485)

🔹Reside only in designated regional areas for 3 years

🔹Be usually resident in Australia for 3 years

 

📝 How to Apply

1. Check Your Eligibility
   Choose the right stream based on your current visa.

2. Gather Your Documents

   • Visa grant notices

   • Proof of regional residency and work

   • Tax returns showing income threshold

3. Submit Online
   Apply through the Department of Home Affairs portal.

4. Wait for Assessment
   The Department may request additional info during processing.

 

From Subclass 491/494 to 191 – Your Migration Journey

🔹3 years living and working in regional Australia

​🔹Earn a minimum taxable income of AUD 53,900 annually for 3 years.

🔹Apply for Subclass 191

🔹Become a permanent resident

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📅 Book a consultation session with AMC Migration and start your journey to PR with the 191 visa through Tasmania.

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