Applying for a Skilled Visa in Queensland
What You Need to Know About Migration Queensland
Migration Queensland is the Queensland State Government agency responsible for business and skilled visa nomination. It manages the state migration program, which helps skilled workers and businesspeople migrate to Queensland.
If you want to migrate to Queensland on a skilled visa, you must first obtain a nomination from Migration Queensland.
The Subclass 491 Visa
The Subclass 491 visa is a 5-year provisional state nominated visa with a pathway to permanent residency.
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for a Subclass 491 visa, you must meet the following requirements:
- Be nominated by a state or territory government
- Have a skilled occupation that is on the Skilled Occupation List (SOL)
- Have at least three years of work experience in your nominated occupation
- Meet the minimum English language requirements
- Be under the age of 45
Application Process
To apply for a Subclass 491 visa, you must first receive an invitation from the Department of Home Affairs.
Once you have received an invitation, you can submit your application online through the ImmiAccount system.
The application process typically takes several months.
Contact Migration Queensland
For more information about migrating to Queensland, you can contact Migration Queensland at:
- Website: www.migration.qld.gov.au
- Phone: 1300 139 743
- Email: skilled.migration@migration.qld.gov.au
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