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Skilled Nominated Visa - Subclass 190

Secure your permanent residency in Victoria through state nomination. Explore the pathways available for skilled professionals. 

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Visa Type: Subclass 190 - Skilled Nominated Visa

PR Pathway: Direct PR after state nomination

State Nomination Required: Yes - Victoria State Nomination

Points Test Required: Minimum 65 points

Processing Time: 6–9 months

Family Inclusion: Family members can be included

Common Use: For skilled workers who meet the state’s nomination requirements and are interested in living and working in Victoria. Shape

Visa Overview & PR Benefits

The Victoria 190 visa allows skilled professionals to gain permanent residency in Australia. It grants:

Full work and study rights

Access to Medicare

Pathway to Australian citizenship

Freedom to live anywhere in Australia, including Melbourne and regional areas

Ability to sponsor eligible relatives for migration

Why Apply for Subclass 190 in Victoria?

Ideal for skilled workers who wish to live and work in Victoria permanently.

Direct pathway to permanent residency for applicants with in-demand skills.

Includes eligible family members, such as spouses and dependent children.

Opportunity to settle in high-demand sectors like healthcare, engineering, and ICT.

Eligibility Criteria & Points Test

Age: Under 45 years at the time of invitation

Occupation: Must be on the Victoria Skilled Occupation List

Skill Select Points: Minimum 65 points including state nomination points

Skills Assessment: Must have a valid positive skills assessment from the relevant authority

English Proficiency: Competent English - IELTS 6.0 or equivalent

Victoria 190 Nomination Streams

Victoria offers several streams within the Subclass 190 visa pathway. The state selects applicants based on specific skills, demand, and residency status.

Skilled Employment in Victoria - Onshore Applicants

  • Stream Overview: This stream is for applicants currently working in Victoria in a skilled occupation that is in demand. It’s ideal for individuals already residing and employed in regional Victoria.
  • Eligibility:

Offshore Applicants – SkillSelect Invitation

  • Stream Overview: This stream is for offshore applicants who have been invited through SkillSelect and have their occupation listed on the Victoria Skilled Occupation List.
  • Eligibility:
    • Offshore applicants who receive an invitation to apply for Victoria nomination.
    • Applicants must meet 65 points and have a valid skills assessment.
    • Applicants must commit to living and working in regional Victoria for a minimum of 3 years before applying for permanent residency through Subclass 191.

Graduate Stream –Recent Graduates from Victoria Institutions

  • Stream Overview: This stream targets applicants who have recently graduated from a Victoria-based institution and meet the Victoria Skilled Occupation List requirements.
  • Eligibility:
    • Applicants who have completed qualifications in Victoria within the last 3 years
    • Lived and worked regional Victoria for a minimum period (generally 3–6 months).
    • Applicants must meet the 65 points requirement and submit a Skills Assessment.

Regional Employment Stream

  • Stream Overview: This stream is designed to attract skilled workers to regional areas in Victoria.
  • Eligibility:
    • Applicants must have an offer of employment in a designated regional area of Victoria.
    • Minimum 65 points required for state nomination.
    • Applicants must commit to living and working in regional Victoria for 3 years.

🔍 Step-by-Step Application Guide

Step 1
Check Eligibility

Confirm your occupation is on the Victoria Skilled Occupation List and that you meet the points criteria. 

Step 2
Submit Skills Assessment

Obtain a positive skills assessment for your nominated occupation. 

Step 3
Submit EOI

Submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) in SkillSelect with Victoria selected. 

Step 4
Submit EOI

Submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) through the Live in Melbourne portal. 

Step 5
Receive Invitation

If nominated, you’ll receive an invitation from Victoria to apply for the Subclass 190 visa

Step 6
Apply for Visa

Submit your visa application to the Department of Home Affairs. 

Step 7
Health & Character Checks

Complete required health checks and police checks. 

Step 8
Receive Visa Outcome

Wait for your visa outcome. 

Family Members You Can Include

Family Members

Spouse or de facto partner (full work rights)

Dependent children under 18 (access to Medicare)

Children over 18 (if financially dependent on you)

All family members must meet health and character criteria.

Common Mistakes & Tips

Common Mistakes:

Wrong ANZSCO code: Ensure your occupation is correctly listed on the Victoria Skilled Occupation List.

Incomplete documentation: Submit full documents upfront to avoid delays.

Expired test results: Ensure your English test results and skills assessments are valid.

Expert Tips:

Confirm your points with a migration agent before submitting your EOI.

Double-check your occupation to ensure it aligns with Tasmania’s needs.

Ensure your documents are complete and up-to-date.

Required Documents

Passport bio page and identity documents

Positive skills assessment result

English test results (IELTS/PTE)

Skill Select EOI summary

Proof of Victoria residence (if onshore)

Employment references.

Academic qualifications and transcripts

Commitment statement to live in Victoria

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Visa Fees & Processing Time

Type Details & Fee (AUD)
🧾 Visa Fee Approx. AUD 4,910
👥 Partner AUD 2,455
👥 Child AUD 1,230
⏳ Processing Time 6-9 months (post-ROI submission). .
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Victoria 190 Visa FAQs

To be eligible for VIC 190 nomination, you must:

Victoria prioritises applicants with strong skills aligned to high-growth priority sectors like health, STEM, construction, education, and digital.

What is the Victorian Registration of Interest (ROI), and why is it required?

The ROI is Victoria’s internal selection tool. All applicants — onshore and offshore — must submit one. Victoria uses the ROI to assess your alignment with its workforce needs before issuing a 190 invitation. Only high-scoring or priority-sector candidates are invited to lodge a nomination application.

Victoria selects applicants based on:

  • ROI ranking
  • Occupation and priority sector relevance
  • Skilled employment in Victoria
  • Points score (higher = more competitive)
  • English proficiency
  • Whether the applicant is living and working in Victoria

Onshore applicants with relevant Victorian work experience generally receive stronger consideration.

While 65 points is the minimum required, successful VIC 190 applicants often have 80–95 points depending on occupation demand. Points from:

  • Higher English
  • Relevant Victorian employment
  • STEM qualifications

…significantly increase invitation chances.

Yes — Victoria accepts offshore applicants for selected occupations and priority industry sectors. Offshore invitations are competitive and typically favour applicants with:

  • Strong English scores
  • Extensive skilled work experience
  • Occupations in acute demand within Victoria
  • High ROI rankings

This is a key long-tail keyword: “VIC 190 offshore nomination 2025.”

Victoria’s processing time is usually 4–8 weeks after receiving a complete nomination application. ROI invitation rounds occur regularly throughout the migration program year and depend on Victoria’s workforce priorities and available nomination quota.

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Disclaimer
The information on this page is for general guidance only and does not guarantee visa approval. All visa applications are subject to the discretion of the Australian Department of Home Affairs. For personalized guidance, please contact a registered migration agent at Visa Advisor.