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NSW Closure of the 491 Pathway 1 and 3 to new applications

Subclass 491 Pathway 1 and 3 is now closed to new applications for this program year
Due to an overwhelming response we have reached our allocation for the Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) under Pathway1 and 3.
Therefore, we have closed the application portal and you will no longer be able to lodge an application under Pathway1 and 3
Applications that have already been submitted will be finalized, and there is no need to take further action.
Extended Processing Times
Due to the high volume of applications for 491 Pathway 1 and 3 this will impact our estimated 6-week processing times, and we kindly request your patience during this period.
You may request an expedited assessment if within ten working days any of the following will occur:
• Your current visa or your partner's current visa will expire.
• Your English, skills assessment, or passport, or your partner's, will expire.
• You will lose points for age, and this will bring your total points below the minimum required for the visa.
If any of the above applies to you, please contact us at [email protected].
Thank you for your interest in NSW Skilled Migration Program. For more information on other nomination pathways, please visit our website.
Kind regards,
NSW Business and Skilled Migration

New Subclass 189 Selection Model

Tier 1 – Most critical occupations (Highest chance of selection)
• Multiplier: 4%
• These are very important, hard-to-fill jobs.
• They usually take many years of training.

Tier 2 – High priority occupations (Good chance of selection)
• Multiplier: 2%
• Important jobs needed urgently.
• Training time is usually shorter than Tier 1.

Tier 3 – General occupations (Limited number of invitations.)
• Multiplier: 1%
• Most occupations fall here.
• Ensures Australia has workers across many fields.

Tier 4 – Oversupplied occupations (Lowest chance)
• Multiplier: 0.5%
• Jobs where Australia already has many workers or many visa holders.
• Invites only a small number to avoid oversupply.

Top 10 occupations invited by NSW in 2024-25