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Are there any requirements about the minimum income for the 191 visa?
There is no minimum income requirement for the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191).Primary applicants must provide notices of assessment issued by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for three income years out of the five years of their eligible visa
Can I apply for this visa outside Australia?
Yes you can, but you need to hold 491 or 494 visa for at least 3 years to meet the requirement for this visa.
Do I need skill assessment to apply for the 191 visa?
No you don’t need
Do I need to be invited by a state/ territory to apply for this visa?
No you don’t need
If I hold a visa other than the 491 or 494, am I eligible for the 191 visa?
No you need to hold a 491 or 494 visa to meet requirement for this visa.
How long must I live and work in the designated area when applying for visa 191?
While you hold your 491 or 494 visa, you must live, work and/or study in a designated regional area, and you need ATO notices of assessment for at least 3 income years from that period. Once the 191 is granted, there is no condition requiring you to stay in a regional area.
Do I need to live in the designated area after granting a 191 visa?
No. The 191 is a permanent visa without a regional residence condition, so you can live anywhere in Australia once it is granted.