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16/10/2026

VICTORIA’S NEW POINTS TEST FOR SUBCLASS 190 & 491 VISAS!

Victoria has introduced the Victorian Points Test (VPT) to rank Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for its 2026–27 Skilled Migration Nomination Program.

How many points can you receive?

The VPT assesses seven factors:

1. Age – Up to 300 points
2. English language – Up to 200 points
3. Years of experience in your nominated occupation – Up to 100 points
4. Educational qualifications – Up to 100 points
5. Occupation skill level – Up to 50 points
6. Eligible partner skills – Up to 50 points
7. Eligible annual earnings from skilled employment in Victoria – Up to 150 points

Important Changes to Note

• Single applicants receive 0 points for the partner skills factor.
• NAATI points are not a separate factor under the VPT.

Which Industries Are Prioritised?

Victoria prioritises eligible occupations in:

• Healthcare
• Social Assistance
• Education
• Construction

Is There a Fixed Passing Score?

No. The VPT has no fixed pass mark. The Australian Government’s SkillSelect points test requires at least 65 points for these visa pathways, subject to the applicable requirements.

Victoria ranks ROIs from highest to lowest and issues invitations through competitive and priority industry pathways. A high score does not guarantee an invitation.

Need help understanding your Victorian skilled migration options?

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DISCLAIMER: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or migration advice. Immigration laws and eligibility requirements may change. Individual circumstances vary. Seek professional advice for your situation.

16/10/2026

NEW VICTORIAN POINTS TEST FOR 190 & 491 VISAS – HOW MANY POINTS CAN YOU GET?

Victoria has introduced the Victorian Points Test (VPT) to rank Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for its 2026–27 Skilled Migration Nomination Program.

If you're planning to apply for a Subclass 190 or 491 visa through Victoria, here's how your points will be calculated:

1. Age: 16–300 points
2. English Language: 0–200 points
3. Skilled Work Experience: 0–100 points
4. Educational Qualifications: 25–100 points
5. Occupation Skill Level: 0–50 points
6. Partner Skills: 0–50 points
7. Eligible Annual Earnings in Victoria: Up to 150 points

IMPORTANT: There is NO fixed passing score under the Victorian Points Test!

Unlike the federal SkillSelect points test, which requires at least 65 points, Victoria's new system ranks applicants competitively.

Applicants with the highest scores may receive invitations through general competitive rankings or priority industry rankings.

Victoria has identified Healthcare, Social Assistance, Education and Construction as priority industries for 2026–27.

The 2026–27 ROI program is expected to open soon, with further eligibility details to be released.

Want to understand how these changes could affect your Victorian skilled migration pathway? Contact Ghothane Lawyers.

Email us at: [email protected] (quicker and faster response)
Call us on: 1800 886 886
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DISCLAIMER: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or migration advice. Immigration laws, policies and eligibility requirements may change. Individual circumstances vary. Please seek professional advice regarding your specific situation.

16/10/2026

Victoria Skilled Migration Program 2026–27: OPENING SOON!

Victoria’s 2026–27 Skilled Visa Nomination Program is expected to open soon for Registrations of Interest (ROIs).

The program is expected to include:

Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa (Permanent Residency)
Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

Victoria has confirmed that fees will apply for the first time and that previous ROIs will not carry over, so a new ROI will be needed once the program opens. Applicants are ranked using the Victorian Points Test, and priority industries include healthcare, social assistance, education and construction.

Eligibility, occupation requirements and invitation criteria apply. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation.

Want to explore your skilled migration options in Victoria? Our team at Ghothane Lawyers can help you understand your eligibility and potential pathways.

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DISCLAIMER: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Migration laws, policies and eligibility requirements may change. Program details, fees, allocations and invitation arrangements may change without notice. An invitation or state nomination is not guaranteed. Please seek professional legal advice based on your individual circumstances.

16/10/2026

Looking for an employer-sponsored visa pathway in Australia?

If you’re currently living in Australia and exploring your options, understanding the right visa pathway, requirements and conditions is an important first step.

Ghothane Lawyers is hosting a FREE online seminar covering key employer-sponsored visa pathways, including:

• Subclass 482 – Skills in Demand visa
• Subclass 494 – Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional visa
• Subclass 186 – Employer Nomination Scheme visa
• Subclass 407 – Training visa

At the seminar, we’ll discuss the requirements, conditions and important factors to consider for these visa pathways.

There will also be a short Q&A session hosted by our Tonnou Dai, where you’ll have the opportunity to openly ask your questions and gain more detailed information about employer-sponsored visa pathways.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 27 October 2026
🕔 Time: 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM AEDT
💻 Where: Live on Zoom
🎟️ Cost: FREE

Learn about your options. Understand the process. Get your questions answered.

Register now to secure your spot: https://forms.gle/qDR78XT2vj5FriH88

Limited spaces available

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Disclaimer: This post and seminar provide general information only and do not constitute legal, migration or immigration advice. Visa eligibility, requirements, conditions and processing arrangements may vary depending on individual circumstances and the specific visa pathway. Immigration laws, policies and requirements may also change from time to time.

15/10/2026

NSW Skilled Migration Program 2026–27 is NOW OPEN!

New South Wales has opened its Skilled Migration Program for the 2026–27 program year, offering skilled migrants opportunities to pursue permanent residency and regional migration pathways.

The program includes:

Subclass 190 – Skilled Nominated Visa (Permanent Residency)

Subclass 491 – Skilled Work Regional (Provisional) Visa

Eligibility, occupation requirements and invitation criteria apply. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation.

Want to explore your skilled migration options in NSW? Our team at Ghothane Lawyers can help you understand your eligibility and potential pathways.

Email us at: [email protected] (quicker and faster response)
Call us on: 1800 886 886
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DISCLAIMER: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Migration laws, policies and eligibility requirements may change. Please seek professional legal advice based on your individual circumstances

15/10/2026

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15/10/2026

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14/10/2026

VICTORIA'S NEW POINTS TEST FOR SUBCLASS 190 & 491 VISAS!

Victoria has introduced the Victorian Points Test (VPT) to rank Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for its 2026–27 Skilled Migration Nomination Program.

How many points can you receive?

The Victorian Points Test considers seven factors:

1. Age – Up to 300 points
2. English language – Up to 200 points
3. Years of experience in your nominated occupation – Up to 100 points
4. Educational qualifications – Up to 100 points
5. Occupation skill level – Up to 50 points
6. Eligible partner skills – Up to 50 points
7. Eligible annual earnings from skilled employment in Victoria – Up to 150 points

Important changes to note:

1. Single applicants receive 0 points under the Victorian partner skills factor.
2. NAATI points are not included as a separate scoring factor under the Victorian Points Test.
Which industries will be prioritised?

Certain eligible occupations in the following industries will receive priority consideration:

1. Healthcare
2. Social Assistance
3. Education
4. Construction

Is there a fixed passing score?

No. Unlike the Australian Government's SkillSelect points test, which requires at least 65 points, the Victorian Points Test has no fixed passing score.

ROIs are ranked from highest to lowest based on their VPT totals. Invitations are issued through competitive and priority industry selection processes.

An invitation is not guaranteed.

The Victorian Government has announced that the 2026–27 program will open soon, with eligibility criteria and further details to be published when it opens.

For more information about your Victorian skilled migration options, contact Ghothane Lawyers.

Email us at: [email protected] (quicker and faster response)
Call us on: 1800 886 886
Book Confidential Consultation with Ghothane Lawyers. (Link in Bio) ghothane.com.au



DISCLAIMER: This content is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or migration advice. Immigration laws, policies and eligibility requirements may change. Individual circumstances vary. Please seek professional advice regarding your specific situation.

14/10/2026

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13/10/2026

Australia Subclass 189 Invitation Round: 15 October 2026

Planning to apply for Australian permanent residency? The next Skilled Independent visa (subclass 189) invitation round is scheduled for 15 October 2026, according to the Australian Department of Home Affairs.

If you have submitted an Expression of Interest (EOI), now is a good time to review your details in SkillSelect and ensure your information is accurate and up to date.

Remember, meeting the minimum points requirement does not guarantee an invitation. Selection depends on the relevant invitation-round criteria and ranking.

Need guidance on your skilled migration options? Our team at Ghothane Lawyers can help you understand your available pathways.

Book Confidential Consultation with Ghothane Lawyers.

📧 Email us at [email protected] (Quicker & Reliable Response)
📞 Call us on 1800 886 886
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Disclaimer: This post is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered legal, immigration, or migration advice. The invitation round date and related information are subject to change based on official announcements from the Australian Department of Home Affairs. Meeting the minimum points requirement or submitting an Expression of Interest (EOI) does not guarantee an invitation to apply for a Subclass 189 visa.