5,000 Skilled Visa Nomination Places to Victoria, Australia
The Australian Government has allocated 5,000 skilled visa nomination places to Victoria for the 2024-25 program.
Victoria’s allocation consists of:
- Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) – 3,000 places
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491) – 2,000 places
Each state and territory government has its own nomination process in addition to the criteria under the Migration Act. The process is complicated, and if you do not approach the application correctly the first time, the consequences may be devastating, including possible entry/visa bars (cancellation or refusal of visas) to Australia. We highly recommend consulting a professional legal counsel for a comprehensive assessment—Book an appointment with specialists at Madison Marcus today for expert advice and personalised support.
Key Highlights:
The 2024-25 program (subclass 190 and subclass 491) is now open.
Victoria offers visa nomination to skilled professionals living in Victoria or overseas for the following skilled visas:
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Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) – A permanent residence visa to live and work anywhere in Victoria.
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Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491) – A provisional (5-year) visa with a pathway to permanent residency after living and working in regional Victoria for at least 3 years.
To be invited to apply for a Victorian skilled visa nomination, you must first make or update an Expression of Interest (EOI) via the Australian Government’s SkillSelect and then submit a Registration of Interest (ROI).
The Australian Government has allocated 5,000 skilled visa nomination places to Victoria for the 2024-25 program.
Victoria’s allocation consists of:
- Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) – 3,000 places
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (subclass 491) – 2,000 places
Updating and Withdrawing your Existing ROI Updated: 14 August 2024
- You cannot update an ROI once it has been submitted.
- If the information in your ROI is incorrect or outdated, you must withdraw it and submit a new ROI.
Previously submitted an ROI? New ROI.
- If you previously submitted an ROI and wish to be considered for invitation to the 2024-25 program, you must submit a new ROI.
- Once submitted, your ROI will remain in our system for selection until it is withdrawn or selected.
- You can check if your ROI is active via the portal.
VIC Prioritised Industry Sectors:
Which occupations are you prioritising for skilled nomination?
Victoria considers Registrations of Interest for any occupation on the relevant Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists.
Certain occupations in the following industry sectors will also be prioritised:
- Health
- Social services
- Education (including early childhood)
- Construction
- New energy
- Digital economy – for the 491 visa
- Advanced manufacturing – for the 491 visa
- Hospitality and tourism – for the 491 visa
For subclass 491 applicants living overseas, the following industry sectors will be prioritised:
- Health
- Social services
- Education (including Early Childhood)
All other occupations with a valid Skills Assessment will be considered during the invitation rounds.
Are Graduates & PhD Students Eligible for Victorian Nomination?
Recent graduates and PhD students are eligible for Victorian nomination and must meet the eligibility requirements:
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