What is Australia Subclass 191 (Permanent Residency — Regional)?
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Subclass 191 is Australia's pathway from provisional regional visa (Subclass 491 or 494) to permanent residency. After 3 years of living and working in regional Australia with income above the threshold (~AUD 53,900/year), Subclass 491/494 holders can apply for Subclass 191 PR — with no points test, no employer nomination, and no SkillSelect competition.
Australia Subclass 191 (Permanent Residency — Regional) — Full Explanation
Eligibility: 3 years of residence in regional Australia while holding Subclass 491 or 494; 3 years of work at required income threshold; tax returns filed for all 3 years. Process: lodge Subclass 191 online; processing 6–12 months; grant is not conditional on remaining in regional Australia after PR is granted. One of the clearest, most predictable pathways to Australian PR for international graduates willing to live regionally.
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