Victoria Skilled Migration Program: Latest Invitation Round Update and Insights

Victoria’s skilled migration program continues to play a pivotal role in addressing the state’s workforce needs, offering opportunities for both onshore and offshore skilled professionals. Last week, the state released an interim invitation round, giving applicants a glimpse into the allocations while we await the full quota for the current period.

Ranking System and Interim Quota

Victoria’s invitations are based on a points-ranked system, prioritizing candidates with the highest scores who meet the state’s skill requirements. This round reflects an interim allocation, providing insight into current demand across critical occupations while maintaining flexibility until the full allocation is confirmed.

Occupations Highlighted in the Latest Round

The recent invitations focused on a range of essential professions. Notable examples include:

• Secondary School Teachers were invited with 75 points, External Auditors with 85 points.

• Chefs: Onshore applicants for Subclass 491 received between 85 and 105 points, reflecting strong demand in the hospitality sector.

• ICT and Engineering Professionals: Roles such as Computer Network and Systems Engineers, Electrical Engineers, and Software Engineers received invitations at both Subclass 190 and 491, with points varying from 70 to 100, underscoring Victoria’s ongoing technology and infrastructure needs.

• Healthcare Professionals: Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Midwives, and Physiotherapists featured prominently, with onshore points ranging from 80 to 100.

Other roles included Accountants, Early Childhood Teachers, and Agricultural Consultants, showing the program’s broad coverage of high-demand sectors.

Implications for Skilled Migrants

For prospective migrants, this interim round demonstrates:

• A continued focus on onshore applicants with relevant work experience and high points.

• The strategic alignment of Victoria’s program with occupations critical to the state’s economic and social priorities.

• The importance of tracking updates regularly, as the full allocation may adjust priorities and points requirements.

Looking Ahead

While this round provides valuable insight, applicants should anticipate updates to the quota and potential changes in points thresholds for the next invitations. Ensuring eligibility, up-to-date documentation, and alignment with Victoria’s priority occupations remains essential for a successful nomination.

Victoria’s skilled migration program remains a dynamic and essential pathway for talented professionals seeking to contribute to the state’s growth, while offering a transparent and merit-based system that adapts to evolving workforce needs.

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