The government of Victoria has announced that its skilled migration program for 2025-26 is now open.
Program allocation
The Australian Government’s Department of Home Affairs has provided Victoria with a small interim allocation for the 2025–26 program year:
- 200 places for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190);
- 180 places for the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491).
The full allocation for the 2025–26 program is expected to be confirmed by the Department of Home Affairs in the coming weeks. Updates will be shared on the Skilled Migration Program page and through the Live in Melbourne newsletter.
Existing Registrations of Interest (ROIs)
For those who have an active Registration of Interest (ROI), it will remain valid for consideration in the 2025-2026 program. They only need to submit a new ROI if their information has changed.
New applicants
New applicants can apply under two visa pathways:
To be considered, applicants must submit a SkillSelect Expression of Interest and a Registration of Interest.
Erickson Insights & Analysis
Erickson Immigration Group will continue monitoring developments and sharing updates as more news is available. Please contact your employer or EIG attorney if you have questions about anything we’re reporting above or if you have case-specific questions.