I am on 491 visa. Can I do remote work for a CBD based employer?

You are on 491 visa and you want to work from home in a Designated Regional Area (DRA) for a non-regional employer, usually in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Overseas.

Yes, you can do it.

The key factor used to assess whether you are working in a regional area is the location of your usual place of work.

Therefore, you need to ensure certain requirements are met, to avoid any future complications:

• You should use your home address as the location of employment
• You should obtain a reference letter from your employer clearly outlining this work from home arrangement. The letter should state your home address and clearly specify that your home is your usual place of work for the purposes of carrying out the duties of your employment.