Big News of NSW RDA Pathway - 1 for 491 Nomination | Latest Australian Immigration News 2023-2024
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There are two pathways to NSW nomination for this visa:
Pathway 1 – Apply directly to Investment NSW if you have an established work history with a regional NSW-based employer.
Pathway 2 – Be invited to apply by Investment NSW.
NSW nomination for this visa under 'Pathway 2' is exceptionally competitive. Consequently, we strongly encourage anyone considering NSW nomination under 'Pathway 2' to consider all other migration pathways on the Home Affairslaunch website and not wait to be invited to apply for NSW nomination.
See our Common questions about skilled visas page for answers to a full list of our most commonly received questions.
Basic Eligibility
To be considered for NSW nomination, at a minimum, you must meet the following basic criteria:
Visa eligibility: You must meet all visa requirements outlined by Home Affairs for this visa.
Skills assessment: You must have a valid skills assessmentlaunch in an occupation on the eligible skilled occupation listlaunch for this visa.
Residency: You must be either currently residing:
in NSW and have continuously resided in NSW for a minimum period of three months; or
offshore and have continuously resided offshore for a minimum period of three months.
Show Pathway 1 Additional Criteria
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Important Information About Submitting an EOI in SkillSelect for NSW Nomination
Submitting an EOI for NSW nomination under the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) requires careful attention. Don't miss these essential points:
EOI validity: Your EOI must remain valid for the entire assessment period.
EOI Changes: After you directly apply directly for NSW nomination under 'Pathway 1', or are invited under 'Pathway 2', you cannot modify your EOI.
Specific Visa and State: Your EOI must be exclusively for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) and seeking nomination from NSW only.
Evidence of claims: You must provide evidence for all claims in your EOI with valid documents. Ensure these documents remain valid for at least five business days post-application.
Employment claims: NSW has specific guidelines on the date you can claim skilled employment. These guidelines are unique to NSW and failing to comply will lead to your application being declined.
