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Feature	189 — Skilled Independent	190 — Skilled Nominated	491 — Skilled Work Regional (Provisional)
Category	Skilled	Skilled	Skilled
Cost (AUD)	$4,640	$4,640	$4,640
Processing	6-12 months	6-12 months	6-12 months
Duration	Permanent	Permanent	5 years
Work Rights	Unrestricted	Unrestricted	Live and work in regional Australia
PR Pathway	✅ Yes	✅ Yes	✅ Yes
Age Limit	Under 45	Under 45	Under 45
Requirements	Occupation on skilled occupation list Skills assessment EOI via SkillSelect 65+ points Under 45 English proficiency (Competent+) Health and character checks	State/territory nomination Occupation on skilled list Skills assessment EOI via SkillSelect 65+ points Under 45 English proficiency	State nomination or family sponsorship Occupation on skilled list Skills assessment 65+ points Under 45