The Subclass 191 visa, part of the Regional Provisional stream, offers eligible holders of the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) (subclass 491) visa and Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional (Provisional) (subclass 494) visa a pathway to permanent residence in Australia. Notably, this visa category does not impose a minimum income requirement. There is no legislative instrument in place that specifies a minimum income threshold for the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) visa (subclass 191).
However, primary applicants are required to submit notices of assessment issued by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) for three income years out of the five years of their eligible visa. These notices of assessment serve as evidence of the applicant’s financial circumstances and tax compliance during their time in Australia.
It is essential for primary applicants who have already lodged their applications to ensure that they include these three notices of assessment from the ATO. These documents play a crucial role in assessing the applicant’s suitability for permanent residency and demonstrate their contribution to the Australian economy.
There are other requirements that must be met for the Subclass 191 visa and we recommend that you contact an immigration professional to assess your eligibility before submitting an application.
