Announcement of Pathway 1 Closure
491 Pathway 1 is now closed for new applications for this program year
We are writing to advise that we have reached our allocation of places for Pathway 1 under the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) and are no longer accepting new applications.
Applications that have already been submitted will be finalised
If you have already submitted your application, there is no need to take further action.
Extended Processing Times
A high volume of applications for 491 Pathway 1 has impacted our estimated 6-week processing times and we kindly request your patience during this peak period. If your visa or certification is expiring within the next 5 days, please contact at skilled.migration@investment.
Invitations for 491 Pathway 2
Invitations for 491 Pathway 2 are expected to commence in the coming week. If you wish to be considered, please ensure that your Expression of Interest is accurate and up to date in SkillSelect. This will ensure you are eligible to accept an invitation from NSW.
Thank you for your interest in NSW Skilled Migration Program. For more information on other nomination pathways, please find links below to our website.
https://www.nsw.gov.au/visas-and-migration/skilled-visas
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