Victoria’s 2026–27 skilled visa nomination program is open for Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190), with 900 nomination places. You need a SkillSelect Expression of Interest first, then you submit an ROI on the Live in Melbourne portal and pay AUD 60 plus GST. ROIs are ranked on the Victorian Points Test, and the highest-ranked are invited to apply for nomination. ROIs from earlier years do not carry over. Subclass 491 ROIs are not open yet.
What Is Open
| Item | 2026–27 setting |
|---|---|
| Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) | Open for Registrations of Interest |
| Places | 900 nomination places for the 190 |
| Skilled Work Regional visa (subclass 491) | Not open. Places have not been finalised |
| ROI fee | AUD 60 plus GST, charged once per program year |
| Nomination fee | AUD 180 plus GST, only if you are invited to apply |
| Invitation rounds | No set dates. The program may close early, on a date Victoria will publish |
The fees are new for 2026–27 and are paid to the Victorian Government. They are separate from the Home Affairs visa charge.
How the Process Works
- Lodge a SkillSelect EOICreate an Expression of Interest in SkillSelect for the 190 visa, selecting Victoria. You need a valid skills assessment, at least Competent English and at least 65 points (including the 5 points for state nomination).
- Submit a Registration of InterestUsing your EOI number, create an account on the Live in Melbourne portal, submit an ROI and pay the AUD 60 plus GST fee.
- Wait to be rankedYour ROI is scored on the Victorian Points Test. Invitations go to the highest totals in each round.
- Apply for nomination if invitedLodge your nomination application and pay AUD 180 plus GST.
- Apply for the visaIf Victoria nominates you, Home Affairs sends an invitation in SkillSelect to apply for the 190 visa.
If you lodged an ROI in a previous program year, it will not be considered for 2026–27. Log in to the portal and submit a new one.
The Victorian Points Test
The Victorian Points Test is separate from the Australian Government’s 65-point test. It has seven weighted factors: age, English, years of experience, education, occupation skill level, partner skills and Victorian earnings. There is no pass mark. Registrations are ranked from highest to lowest. Some of the published weightings:
| Factor | Points |
|---|---|
| Age | Up to 300 for ages 20 to 29, falling to 16 at age 44 |
| English | Competent 0, Proficient 100, Superior 200 |
| Victorian earnings from skilled work | From 8 points at AUD 80,000 up to 150 points at AUD 170,000 or more |
| Experience, education, skill level and partner skills | See the full table on the Live in Melbourne Victorian Points Test page |
Because age and English carry so much weight, a better English result can move you up the ranking more than almost anything else.
Priority Industries
Victoria prioritises certain occupations in healthcare, social assistance, education (including early childhood teachers) and construction. Being in a priority industry does not guarantee an invitation, but it can help your ROI stand out.
Our Tips Before You Register
- Check your documents are current. Your skills assessment and English test must be valid when you are invited and when you apply.
- Make your ROI match your EOI. Your occupation, points and details should be the same in both.
- Know your Victorian Points Test score. Work out where you are strong and whether a new English test could lift your score.
- Compare other states. With only 900 places, look at other open programs too. See our state nomination 2026–27 update.
We will update this page when Victoria confirms its 491 places or announces closing dates.
Not sure how this affects you? Talk to our registered migration agent about your situation.
Book a consultationChecked against official sources on 5 November 2026. Sources: Live in Melbourne: Victoria’s 2026–27 skilled visa nomination program is now open · Live in Melbourne: 2026–27 Skilled visa nomination program · Live in Melbourne: Victorian Points Test · Live in Melbourne: Fees · Live in Melbourne: Skilled visa FAQs
This update is general information, not legal advice. Migration law changes often, so check the official sources or speak to a registered migration agent before you make decisions.