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All You Need to Know About Victoria’s Skilled Nominated Visa (Subclass 190)

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If you’re planning to live and work in Victoria as a skilled professional, the Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) could be your pathway to permanent residency in Australia.

This visa is designed for skilled migrants who want to build their future in Victoria — one of Australia’s most vibrant and opportunity-filled states.

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible for Victoria’s Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190), you must:

  • Be living in Victoria or overseas.

  • Commit to living and working in Victoria long-term.

  • Have your Registration of Interest (ROI) selected.

  • Be under 45 years of age.

  • Have Competent English and a valid skills assessment in an occupation listed on the eligible skilled occupation list.

  • Achieve at least 65 points on the Department of Home Affairs points test (including 5 points for state nomination).

How the Process Works

  1. Check your eligibility – Make sure you meet both the visa and Victoria’s nomination criteria.

  2. Submit your Expression of Interest (EOI) – Do this via the Australian Government’s SkillSelect platform.

  3. Submit your ROI – Use your EOI number to create an account and lodge your ROI through Victoria’s Live in Melbourne portal.

  4. Wait for an invitation – If your ROI is selected, you’ll be invited to apply for nomination.

  5. Apply for your visa – Once Victoria approves your nomination, you can lodge your visa application with the Department of Home Affairs.

Living in Victoria

If you’re already in Australia, you must be living in Victoria at the time of nomination. Some exceptions apply to border communities, but applicants in other states are not eligible.

If you’re applying from overseas, you’re also welcome to apply — as long as you are genuinely committed to living and working in Victoria after arrival.

Employment Requirements

You don’t need to be currently working to apply for this visa nomination. However, if you are working in Victoria in a skilled role, you may provide your estimated annual earnings in your ROI.

Other Key Points

  • Your English test and skills assessment must have at least 12 weeks of validity left when you apply.

  • You can’t transfer your nomination to another state once it’s granted.

  • The ROI and nomination process is free of charge — you’ll only pay the visa fee when applying through the Department of Home Affairs.

  • Requirements and priorities can change without notice, so it’s important to stay updated.

Why This Matters

Victoria offers a high quality of life, a strong job market, and a welcoming environment for skilled professionals. Getting nominated under the subclass 190 visa means you can live and work in Victoria as a permanent resident, with access to Medicare, education, and future citizenship options.

If you’re thinking about applying for the Victoria Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190) and want to ensure your application is strong and compliant, our team at Professional Visa and Education Services (ProVisa) is here to help.

We’ll guide you through every step — from checking your eligibility to lodging your visa application.

Book an appointment today to discuss your migration pathway: provisa.setmore.com