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491 regional work requirement before moving to 191

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samantha_b

491 > 191

Sunday 26 April 2026

I am on a 491 and trying to plan ahead for the 191. I understand there are regional residence and income requirements, but I am confused about short trips to metro areas for work meetings. Do occasional work trips outside the regional area cause issues if my home and main job are regional?

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helenD05:08 pm today

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If the meetings are regular, ask the employer to describe them as temporary travel in your role letter. It is easier to collect that now than years later.

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deepak_syd05:08 pm today

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Rental agreements, utility bills, payslips, and employer letters can all help later. The problem is usually proving the pattern over time.

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matt_wilson05:08 pm today

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Occasional travel is different from living or working mainly outside the designated area. I would keep records that show where you actually live and work.