Victoria officially opens the application process in its Skilled Visa Nomination program for the period 2024-25 which opens up more opportunities for skilled professionals both in and outside of Victoria.
These nominations come for two major categories of visas, namely:
- Skilled Nominated Visa (subclass 190): This permanent residence visa allows one to live and work anywhere in Victoria.
- Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa: This is a provisional visa that is valid for 5 years and leads to permanent residency after living and working in a regional area of Victoria for at least 3 years.
Application Process:
For consideration for a nomination under this program, you first need to submit or update your Expression of Interest (EOI) with the Australian Government’s SkillSelect system. You then need to submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) to Victoria.
Program Allocation:
Victoria has been given a total allocation of 5,000 skilled visa nomination places for the 2024-25 period by the Australian Government. These places will be divided as follows:
- Skilled Nominated Visa (SC 190): 3,000 places
- Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa (SC 491) : 2,000 places
Conclusion:
This program is a great opportunity for skilled workers looking to make Victoria their home. If you meet the eligibility requirements, it’s time to take the next steps and secure your nomination in this competitive program.
