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Victoria Points Test Explained: How Is 950 Scored?

Victoria's Subclass 190 nomination uses its own points test, entirely separate from SkillSelect. Learn how each of the 7 factors is scored and what a competitive total looks like.

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Migration Guide
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Policy Updates

Victoria 2026–27 Priority Industries: Who Gets Fast-Track Invitations?

Victoria's 2026–27 priority industry list targets health, education, social assistance and construction. Find out which occupations receive fast-track 491 visa invitations and what additional criteria early childhood teachers must meet.

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General Skilled Migration
Policy Updates
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Policy Updates

Victoria ROI Fee Refunds: When Can You Get $66 Back?

Victoria's new ROI charging system offers very limited refund options. Practitioners need to know the rules before advising clients on when the $66 fee can be recovered.

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Policy Updates

Victoria 190 & 491 Nomination: How Offshore Applicants Can Compete Without Victorian Income

Victoria has published its full Victorian Points Test weightings for 2026–27, giving offshore 190 and 491 applicants a clearer path to nomination. Here is how to compete without local income points.

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General Skilled Migration
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Policy Updates

Victoria Points Test 2026–27: EOI Errors That Cost You Nomination

Victoria's 2026–27 skilled nomination program introduces a published points test with seven weighted factors, all linked to your SkillSelect EOI. A single data error can cost you hundreds of points and a nomination invitation.

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491 visa
General Skilled Migration
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Policy Updates

Victoria 190/491: Partner Points 50-Score Guide 2026–27

Applying for a Victoria subclass 190 or 491 visa nomination? Your partner's skills could contribute 50 points under the new Victorian Points Test (VPT).

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491 visa
General Skilled Migration
Policy Updates

Victoria 190 & 491 Nomination 2026–27: New Fees, Points Test & What You Need to Know

If you're considering Victorian state nomination, understanding the 2026–27 selection rules could help you prepare a stronger application.

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Policy Updates
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Policy Updates

Victoria Skilled Nomination 2026–27: Fees & Points Test

Victoria has released major updates to its 2026–27 skilled nomination program, introducing fees for Registrations of Interest and publishing the full Victorian Points Test. Here is what 190 and 491 applicants need to know.

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Policy Updates
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Policy Updates

NSW DAMA Proposal: What Regional Workers Need to Know

New South Wales is consulting on a proposed state-led DAMA that could open employer-sponsored migration pathways for regional workers, including nurses, chefs, tradespeople and aged care workers. The proposal is not yet law.

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