Skilled professionals planning to settle in Australia have another opportunity to explore permanent residency in Victoria. The Victorian Government has opened its 2026–27 Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190) program, with 900 nomination places allocated for the year.
According to the Victorian Government's announcement, eligible skilled workers can now submit a Registration of Interest (ROI) through the state's migration portal.
What Does This Mean for Indian Applicants?
The Subclass 190 visa is a permanent residency pathway for skilled workers nominated by an Australian state or territory. Victoria's program allows eligible applicants living in Australia and overseas to be considered for nomination.
To be considered, applicants must meet the relevant visa and Victorian nomination requirements. They also need to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) through the Australian Government's SkillSelect system before registering their interest with Victoria.
However, submitting an ROI does not guarantee an invitation. Victoria selects candidates based on its nomination priorities and assessment criteria.
What About the Subclass 491 Visa?
The Victorian Government has also clarified that its 2026–27 Subclass 491 nomination allocation is yet to be finalized. Therefore, new ROI submissions for this visa are not currently being accepted. Indian professionals interested in Australian permanent residency should check their eligibility and prepare their documents before submitting an application.
