Victoria State Nomination

To be eligible for Victoria State Nomination, applicants must satisfy both the Australian Government's skilled migration requirements and the Victorian Government's nomination criteria. While the specific requirements may vary depending on the visa pathway, applicants are generally expected to meet the following:

• Be under 45 years of age at the time of invitation.
• Hold a valid Expression of Interest (EOI) in the Australian Government's SkillSelect system.
• Have a positive skills assessment for an occupation that is eligible for Victorian nomination.
• Demonstrate at least Competent English or meet the minimum English language requirement for the selected visa.
• Achieve the minimum points required under the Australian Government's skilled migration points test.
• Submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) through Victoria's Live in Melbourne portal and receive an invitation to apply.
• Demonstrate a genuine commitment to living and working in Victoria if nominated.

To be considered for Victoria State Nomination, applicants must nominate an occupation that is eligible under the current Victorian skilled migration program and obtain a positive skills assessment from the relevant Australian assessing authority. The skills assessment confirms that your qualifications and work experience meet Australian standards for your nominated occupation. Selecting an eligible occupation and completing a valid skills assessment are essential steps in building a strong nomination and visa application.

To begin the Victoria State Nomination process, you must submit or update an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Australian Government's SkillSelect system. Your EOI includes important details such as your qualifications, work experience, English language proficiency, skills assessment and points score. This information is used to determine your eligibility for Australia's skilled migration program and forms the basis for Victoria's nomination assessment.

After submitting your EOI, you must complete a Registration of Interest (ROI) through Victoria's Live in Melbourne portal. The ROI allows Victoria to assess your profile against the state's current workforce priorities and skilled migration requirements. Eligible candidates whose skills align with Victoria's needs may be invited to apply for state nomination.

If you receive an invitation, you can submit your Victoria State Nomination application through the Live in Melbourne portal. Your application must include all required supporting documents to demonstrate that you meet the nomination criteria. Migration Victoria assesses each application based on the information provided and may request additional documents during the assessment process if required.

Once your Victorian nomination is approved, you can lodge your visa application with the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs. Your visa application must include all required supporting documents and satisfy the eligibility requirements for your nominated visa subclass. The Department of Home Affairs is responsible for assessing your application and making the final decision on your visa grant.

If your visa application is approved, you will receive your nominated Australian skilled migration visa. Applicants nominated under the Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190) receive Australian permanent residency, while applicants nominated under the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (Subclass 491) receive a five-year provisional visa with a pathway to permanent residency through the Permanent Residence (Skilled Regional) Visa (Subclass 191), subject to meeting the Australian Government's eligibility requirements.

Every successful migration journey begins with the right advice. At Skyland Immigration, we start with a detailed consultation to understand your qualifications, work experience, English language proficiency and migration goals. Our experienced consultants assess your eligibility against the latest Victorian State Nomination requirements and provide personalised guidance on the most suitable visa pathway. We also identify areas that can strengthen your profile and improve your chances of receiving Victorian nomination.

Choosing the correct occupation is a crucial part of the Victorian nomination process. We help you identify the most appropriate occupation based on your qualifications and professional experience while guiding you through the skills assessment process with the relevant assessing authority. Once your skills assessment is complete, we assist in preparing and optimising your SkillSelect Expression of Interest (EOI), ensuring your profile accurately reflects your skills and meets the current nomination requirements.

Our consultants provide end-to-end assistance throughout the Victorian State Nomination process. We guide you through the Registration of Interest (ROI), help prepare your nomination application and ensure all required information is submitted accurately through the Live in Melbourne portal. We carefully review every aspect of your application to ensure it aligns with Victoria's current nomination criteria and workforce priorities.

Accurate documentation is essential for a successful nomination and visa application. At Skyland Immigration, we help you prepare, organise and review all supporting documents, including your educational qualifications, employment records, skills assessment, English language test results and other required evidence. Once your Victorian nomination is approved, we assist in preparing and lodging your visa application with the Australian Government's Department of Home Affairs, ensuring it meets the latest immigration requirements.

Our support continues long after your application has been submitted. We monitor the progress of your nomination and visa application, keep you informed of important updates and assist with any requests for additional information from the relevant authorities. Throughout the process, our experienced consultants remain available to answer your questions and provide timely guidance, helping make your migration journey smooth and stress-free.

Moving to Victoria is more than obtaining a visa — it's about building a successful future. At Skyland Immigration, we provide practical guidance to help you prepare for life in Victoria, including information on accommodation, employment opportunities, education, healthcare and settling into your new community. Our goal is to help you transition confidently and make the most of the opportunities available in one of Australia's most vibrant and diverse states.