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Condition 8579 is one of the most important restrictions attached to the 491 visa. It requires that:
You must live, work, and study only in a designated regional area of Australia.
This condition reinforces the purpose of the 491 visa — to support population growth and skilled labour in regional zones. Therefore, before moving or changing jobs, you should always ensure your location is within an approved area.
Furthermore, the regional designation includes all of Australia except Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane — meaning major cities like Adelaide, Perth, and Canberra are acceptable.
In addition to regional residency, other visa conditions apply:
8580
If requested, in writing, by the Minister to do so, the holder must provide evidence of any or all of the following within 28 days after the date of the request:
(a) the holder’s residential address;
(b) the address of each employer of the holder;
(c) the address of each location of each position in which the holder is employed;
(d) the address of an educational institution attended by the holder.
8578
The holder must notify Immigration of a change to any of the following within 14 days after the change occurs:
(a) the holder’s residential address;
(b) an email address of the holder;
(c) a phone number of the holder;
(d) the holder’s passport details;
(e) the address of an employer of the holder;
(f) the address of the location of a position in which the holder is employed.
8581
If requested, in writing, by the Minister to do so, the holder must attend an interview:
(a) at a place and time specified in the request; or
(b) in a manner, and at a time, specified in the request.
To transition from the 491 to the 191 visa, you must:
Failing to meet these criteria can delay or prevent your permanent residency pathway.
Yes, the 491 visa allows multiple entries and exits during its 5-year validity. However, you must continue to reside and work in a designated regional area while you are in Australia.
Moreover, maintaining accurate records of your regional address, employment, and tax returns is crucial when applying for the 191 visa.
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It requires that you live, work, and study only in a designated regional area.
Yes, as long as the new location is classified as regional. However, you should notify the Department of any change.
Breaching conditions can affect future visa applications, including your eligibility for permanent residency.
At least 3 years continuously before applying for the permanent Subclass 191 visa.