normantang

Yes, you can, even you have a 489 visa. If you can prove that you meet the requirements even the your income is from oversea.

Hi Dewi, I committed to NT government that I will work in the nominated occupation, will it be a problem when I apply for PR if I don't work in the nominated occupation?

I heard this is true, but why NT government request 489 visa holders to commit to work in the occupation nominated? Will this commitment to NT effect the application to 887？

Hi, Mcshadders Your information is very useful. I also have a 489 visa and just arrived in Darwin. My nominated job is Restaurant Manager but it seems hard to find a managerial position as a new guy here. I saw you was a printer but you can take alternative work after you discussed with the NT Skilled migration office. It won't affect your future application for PR (887 visa). I also have same situation as you. Some migration agent told me I have to do a closed related job which I was nominated, but some agent told me that I can do any job. I am confused and I checked immi.gov.au that it doesn't mention anything about the limitation of the job. So are you sure that can apply PR if you don't work as a printer.