191 Visa - Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) for Australia

Do you live and work in a designated regional area in Australia? Do you hold a subclass 491 or a 494 visa? If your response to all these questions is a ‘yes’, and you are looking for a pathway to Australian permanent residency, the newly available SC 191 visa could be your chance.

The SC 191 visa is a permanent residency visa for persons who have lived in a designated regional area for a period of 03 years on a SC 491 or 494 visa.

Our lawyers at MJ Legal are experts in skilled migration. We are up to date on new visa requirements and changes to provide you with accurate information and guidance on the fastest way to permanent residency.

Assessing your eligibility for 191 visa

Our immigration experts will assess your eligibility to apply for the SC 191 visa against the Department requirements. 

We will guide you on the best steps to follow in order to qualify for this visa. 

Making your visa application

If you qualify to apply for the visa, we carefully prepare your visa application that is compliant with the current laws and regulations. We ensure to submit your application with all the required documents within the stipulated time period. We will respond to any follow up information required by the department to make sure you receive a positive outcome.

191 Skilled Regional visa requirements

In order to be eligible for the SC 191 visa, you must meet the following minimum requirements.

  • Be a current holder of the SC 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa or SC 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) visa
  • Have lived, worked or studied in a designated regional area for 03 years while holding the above visas
  • Earned a taxable income which meets the minimum income threshold for 03 years
  • Complied with the conditions of your provisional visa for the whole duration
  • Meet the health and character requirements

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191 (Skilled Regional) visa fees

Department fees

  • Main applicant: AUD 490.00
  • Secondary applicant 18 years and above: AUD 245.00
  • Secondary applicant below 18 years: AUD 125.00

Other fees

You may incur additional costs to obtain police certificates, health checks and biometrics.

Our charges

Call us to find out our costs for making your SC 191 visa application.

191 visa processing time

The processing time varies on a case-by-case basis and depends on individuals' circumstances such as the time taken to respond to department requests or to obtain information from external agencies.

Benefits of the SC 191 Visa

What can you do on the SC 191 visa?

  • You become a permanent resident on the day this visa is granted.

  • You can stay anywhere in Australia, permanently

  • You can work or study anywhere in Australia

  • Apply for citizenship if you meet the requirements

  • Sponsor eligible family to join you

  • Access Medicare (Australia’s public healthcare)

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Uththara Deshamani

Uththara Deshamani

I’m incredibly grateful to team of MJ Legal for their outstanding support in securing our Employer Sponsored (SC 482) visa. We were under a very limited timeframe, and at one point, we genuinely thought it would be impossible to get everything done in time. But thanks to the dedication and expertise of Mr. Jayantha, Keith, and Thamasha, our visa was granted successfully — well before the deadline! The team was highly professional, responsive, and supportive throughout the entire process. They guided us clearly through each step, ensuring everything was completed accurately and efficiently. Their attention to detail and commitment made a stressful situation so much more manageable. I highly recommend MJ Legal to anyone needing trustworthy and experienced immigration assistance. Thank you once again for your excellent service — we truly appreciate your help and look forward to working with you again in the future

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Adelina Lawrence

Adelina Lawrence

I had a fantastic experience working with Keith and the team at MJ Legal, including the exceptional admin staff. I am extremely grateful for all the support and guidance they provided throughout my permanent residency process. Their responsiveness, honesty and professionalism set them apart from other migration agencies I have dealt with. I highly recommend their services to anyone seeking reliable and genuine migration assistance.

2 months ago

Hasith Subasinghe

Hasith Subasinghe

MJ Legal has all my trust and confidence with their responsibility towards their clients. From the first time I contacted them I was given a very accurate breakdown of the costs and processes and expected timeframes. I was also given updates along the way that greatly helped with understanding what went on with my application. Great standard of communication! Very grateful for all the help from Keith and the team at MJ Legal!

2 months ago

Ryan Miriyagalla

Ryan Miriyagalla

I had a fantastic experience working with Keith James and the team at MJ Legal. I’ve been using their services for almost all of my visa-related needs since the very beginning, and they have always delivered excellent support. What really stood out to me is their deep knowledge of Australia’s constantly changing migration laws. They always stay up to date and clearly explain how any new changes might affect my situation, which gave me a lot of peace of mind. Their attention to detail is second to none. No matter how small the issue, they always follow up and make sure everything is handled properly. Their clear communication and organised approach made the whole process smooth and stress-free. I recommend MJ Legal to anyone without a doubt. They’re professional, reliable, and genuinely care about helping their clients succeed.

5 months ago

Madhavee Herath

Madhavee Herath

I am deeply grateful to Keith James and the entire team at MJ Legal for their unwavering support and expertise throughout my journey to Australian permanent residency. From our initial consultation, Keith demonstrated a profound understanding of the complexities involved in immigration law. His guidance was not only professional but also empathetic, ensuring I felt supported throughout the entire process. Keith's team was always responsive, providing timely updates and addressing any concerns I had promptly. Their dedication and attention to detail were evident at every step, making a potentially overwhelming journey much more manageable. I wholeheartedly recommend Keith James and MJ Legal to anyone seeking expert immigration assistance.

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