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Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 494)
Overview: The Subclass 494 visa allows skilled workers to live, work, and study in designated regional areas of Australia, addressing labor shortages by enabling regional employers to sponsor skilled workers.
- Duration: 5 years with eligibility to apply for permanent residency from November 16, 2022.
- Eligibility: Includes nomination by an approved sponsor, relevant skills, qualifications, work experience, a positive skills assessment, working only for the sponsor, age under 45, and competent English proficiency.
- Family Inclusion: Family members can be included in the application.
- Travel: Unlimited travel to and from Australia during the visa validity.
- Nomination by an Approved Sponsor: Employer must lawfully operate in Australia.
- Skills and Experience: Relevant skills, qualifications, and at least 3 years of full-time work experience in the nominated occupation.
- Skills Assessment: Positive assessment from a relevant authority.
- Age: Must be under 45 years old, unless exempted.
- English Proficiency: At least Competent English (IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent).
- Health and Character: Meet health and character requirements.
- Reside, work, and study in regional Australia for up to 5 years.
- Travel in and out of Australia as needed.
- Access to Medicare.
DAMA Agreement Overview
The Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) is a tailored visa program that allows regional areas in Australia to address local labor shortages by sponsoring skilled and semi-skilled overseas workers. DAMAs are designed to provide flexibility to regions facing unique economic and labor challenges, offering concessions to standard visa requirements, including age, English language proficiency, and salary thresholds.
- Northern Territory
- Orana, New South Wales
- Far North Queensland
- Adelaide City and Regional South Australia
- Great South Coast, Victoria
- Goldfields, Western Australia
- South West, Western Australia
- Pilbara, Western Australia
Each region has specific occupations and concessions applicable under their DAMA agreement. For detailed information, contact Auzworld Migration or visit the official Australian Government immigration website.
- Addressing Skill Shortages: DAMA helps regional areas fill skill gaps by allowing employers to sponsor skilled and semi-skilled overseas workers.
- Flexibility: Offers concessions to standard visa requirements, including age, English proficiency, and salary thresholds, tailored to regional needs.
- Pathway to Permanent Residency: Provides pathways for workers to transition to permanent residency.
- Boosting Regional Economy: Supports economic growth and development in regional areas by addressing labor market needs.
- Retention of Workforce: Encourages workers to live and work in regional areas, aiding in long-term retention.
