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Summary

This video explains the pathways for applying for the 491 Visa in New South Wales, focusing on Pathway 1 (regional employment) and Pathway 3 (graduates of regional New South Wales institutions). It also provides details on the Partner Visa Subclass 309 for applicants living overseas in a relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident. Viewers will learn about the eligibility criteria, including the requirements for employment, recent graduation, and proving the genuineness of relationships for the Partner Visa. The video offers valuable tips and guidance for prospective applicants.

Takeaways

• 😀 Pathway 1 and Pathway 3 for the 491 Visa in New South Wales are currently open.
• 😀 To apply for the 491 Visa, you need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) online.
• 😀 Pathway 1 requires you to be employed by a regional New South Wales employer, with no specific occupation list.
• 😀 For Pathway 1, your occupation only needs to be on the general 491 Visa occupation list.
• 😀 Pathway 3 is for graduates from regional New South Wales institutions who completed their studies within the last 2 years.
• 😀 The Partner Visa Subclass 309 is for applicants living overseas with an Australian partner.
• 😀 To be eligible for the Partner Visa Subclass 309, you must be in a de facto relationship, married, or have a registered relationship.
• 😀 You must have lived together for at least 12 months before applying for the Partner Visa Subclass 309.
• 😀 To apply for the Partner Visa Subclass 309, you need to provide supporting documents proving the genuineness of your relationship.
• 😀 The four aspects considered for a genuine relationship include social acceptance, financial support, commitment (communication and visits), and nature of household (explaining how the household will operate when living together).

Q & A

What are the three pathways for the 491 visa in New South Wales?

The three pathways for the 491 visa in New South Wales are: 1) Employment by a regional New South Wales employer, 2) Graduates of a regional New South Wales institution, and 3) For applicants in a de facto or married relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident, living overseas.

Which pathways are currently open for the 491 visa in New South Wales?

Pathway 1 and Pathway 3 are currently open for the 491 visa in New South Wales.

How do applicants apply for the 491 visa in New South Wales?

Applicants must first submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) and then complete an online application form available on the official website.

What are the requirements for Pathway 1 of the 491 visa?

To qualify for Pathway 1, applicants must be employed by a regional New South Wales employer. There is no specific occupation list for this pathway, but the applicant's occupation must be on the 491 visa occupation list.

What are the requirements for Pathway 3 of the 491 visa?

For Pathway 3, applicants must have graduated from a regional New South Wales institution within the last 2 years.

What is the Partner Visa subclass 309?

The Partner Visa subclass 309 is for applicants who are in a relationship with an Australian citizen or permanent resident but currently live overseas. Applicants must demonstrate they are in a genuine, ongoing relationship.

What are the key criteria for proving a genuine relationship for the Partner Visa 309?

To prove a genuine relationship, applicants need to provide evidence in four areas: 1) Social acceptance as a couple, 2) Financial aspects (such as support sent to each other), 3) Commitment (such as how often they travel to see each other), and 4) The nature of the household, even if not living together.

What should applicants include in their statement about the household for the Partner Visa subclass 309 if they are not living together?

Applicants should include a statement explaining how the household will operate once they live together. The department places less weight on this aspect if the couple is not cohabiting during the application.

Can applicants for the Partner Visa 309 apply while in Australia?

No, applicants for the Partner Visa subclass 309 must be outside of Australia when applying.

What is the main difference between Pathway 1 and Pathway 3 for the 491 visa?

The main difference is that Pathway 1 is for individuals employed by a regional employer in New South Wales, with no specific occupation list, while Pathway 3 is for recent graduates of regional New South Wales institutions who have completed their studies within the last 2 years.