Victoria's 2025–26 Skilled Migration Program: What You Need To Know

Victoria has opened its 2025–26 skilled migration visa nomination program for the Skilled Nominated visa (subclass 190) and the Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) visa (subclass 491). The program is open to skilled professionals living in Victoria or overseas who meet both Department of Home Affairs and Victorian Government criteria.

For many applicants, this state nomination is the key step that turns years of study and work into a permanent move to Victoria. The catch is that places are limited and selection is competitive.

Program snapshot for 2025-26

The Victorian Government has only received a small interim allocation so far:

• 200 places for subclass 190
• 180 places for subclass 491