Victoria's Salary Points System: What You Need to Know

Victoria's 2026–27 Skilled Visa Nomination Program uses the Victorian Points Test (VPT) to rank Registrations of Interest (ROIs) for subclass 190 and 491 nominations.

For applicants working in Victoria, eligible annual earnings can contribute up to 150 VPT points, potentially improving their competitiveness for an invitation.

Unlike the federal SkillSelect points test, VPT points are used specifically for Victorian nomination ranking.

Victoria's subclass 190 ROI process is now open, with 900 nomination places available for 2026–27. Subclass 491 ROIs are not currently being accepted.

The Complete Victorian Salary Points Table

The following points apply to eligible annual earnings from skilled employment in Victoria:

• $80,000–$84,999: 8 points
• $85,000–$89,999: 16 points
• $90,000–$94,999: 24 points
• $95,000–$99,999: 32 points
• $100,000–$104,999: 39 points
• $105,000–$109,999: 47 points
• $110,000–$114,999: 55 points
• $115,000–$119,999: 63 points
• $120,000–$124,999: 71 points
• $125,000–$129,999: 79 points
• $130,000–$134,999: 87 points
• $135,000–$139,999: 95 points
• $140,000–$144,999: 103 points
• $145,000–$149,999: 111 points
• $150,000–$154,999: 118 points
• $155,000–$159,999: 126 points
• $160,000–$164,999: 134 points
• $165,000–$169,999: 142 points
• $170,000 and over: 150 points

Earnings below $80,000 receive zero points under this component, but there is no minimum earnings requirement for Victorian subclass 190 nomination.

Key Eligibility Rules

Victorian skilled employment only. To claim earnings points, you must be living and working in Victoria in an ANZSCO Skill Level 1, 2 or 3 role for an employer physically located in Victoria. Your employment does not need to match your nominated occupation.

Not all income counts. Estimated earnings generally exclude superannuation, overtime, allowances and most bonuses. If you have multiple jobs, only earnings from your highest-paying eligible job can be claimed.

Offshore applicants. Applicants living overseas do not claim Victorian employment earnings, but may still be considered for nomination based on other VPT factors.

Evidence is essential. If invited, applicants claiming earnings must provide supporting documents, including an employment contract, payslips, employment details and superannuation records. Overstating earnings may result in nomination refusal.

Why This Matters for Your Nomination Strategy

A higher salary can improve your VPT score, but it does not guarantee an invitation.

Victoria also considers age, English proficiency, skilled work experience, qualifications, occupation skill level, partner skills and priority industries.

For example, moving from $99,999 to $100,000 in eligible annual earnings increases the salary component from 32 to 39 points.

However, if your earnings change after submitting an ROI, you must withdraw the existing ROI and submit a new one to update your claim.

Before submitting or updating your ROI, it is important to confirm that your employment and earnings meet Victoria's requirements.

Key Takeaways

• $80,000–$170,000+: Eligible annual earnings can contribute 8–150 VPT points.
• Below $80,000: Zero earnings points, but no automatic exclusion from subclass 190 nomination.
• Skilled employment matters: Your actual salary may differ from your eligible earnings estimate.
• No guaranteed invitation: Salary is only one of seven VPT scoring factors.
• 2026–27 update: Subclass 190 ROIs are open, while subclass 491 ROIs remain closed.

Not Sure How Many Points You Can Claim?

Your salary might look competitive on paper, but incorrect earnings calculations or unsupported employment claims could put your nomination at risk.

Our Australian migration lawyers can assess your employment, eligible earnings and overall Victorian nomination eligibility to help you plan your next steps.

Contact Riverwood Migration to book a professional consultation before submitting or updating your ROI.

Official Sources

• Victorian Points Test – Victorian Government
• Annual Earnings Estimation Guide
• 2026–27 Skilled Visa Nomination Program

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