The Victorian Government issued its latest round of skilled migration invitations on 15 January 2026, in which it mainly focused on inviting candidates through the Skilled Nominated visa (Subclass 190). The round targeted high-demand occupations across technology, engineering, healthcare, education, and trades.
This round mainly highlights the state’s strategic approach to attracting candidates who can immediately contribute to Victoria’s workforce, with competitive points thresholds reflecting the demand for top-tier talent.
Below is a detailed table of the invited occupations, visa type, onshore/offshore status, points scored, and candidate profile highlights.
15 January 2026: VIC Invitation Round Overview
| Occupation | Visa Type | Onshore / Offshore | Points | Candidate Profile Highlights |
| Advertising Specialist | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Age 30, 20 points for English, Education 15, Skilled Partner, 10 points for Australian experience |
| Architectural Draftsperson | 190 | Onshore | 80 | 10 points for English, 5 points for onshore experience, 5 points for offshore experience |
| Carpenter | 190 | Onshore | 65 | 60 base points + 5 points for state nomination |
| Chemical Engineer | 190 | Offshore | 90 | – |
| Computer Network Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 105 | – |
| Civil Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 90 | Salary $160,000, strong relevant experience |
| Construction Project Manager | 190 | Onshore | 75 | Age 30, 10 points for English, 5 points for experience, 5 points for spouse, 5 points for NAATI |
| Dentist | 491 | Onshore | 85 | Salary $75,000, single applicant |
| Developer Programmer | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Age 30, 20 points for English, Master’s degree 15, Australian study 5, 10 points for Australian experience, NAATI 5, Single applicant 10, State nomination 5, Salary $110,000+, working in same field |
| Early Childhood Teacher | 190 | Onshore | 90 | 1 year experience, Education 20, Superior English, NAATI, Skilled Partner, Salary $86,000 |
| Electronics Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Salary $100,000+, Age 30, PTE Superior English 20, Bachelor’s degree 15, 10 points Australian experience, Australian study 5, Regional study 5, Partner points 5 |
| Environmental Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 95 | 3 years Australian experience, Salary $90,000 |
| Food Technologist | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Skilled Partner, Salary $125,000 |
| Geotechnical Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 90 | Single applicant, 3 years experience, NAATI 5 |
| Health Promotion Officer | 190 | Onshore | 90 | Superior English (20 points), Master’s degree 15, Australian study 5, Australian experience 5, Skilled Partner 10, State nomination 5, Salary $110,000+, working in same field |
| ICT Business Analyst | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Salary $100,000, Australian citizen partner, 2 years onshore experience, Superior English |
| ICT Business Analyst | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Skilled Partner 10, Salary $100,000+, Superior English |
| ICT Support Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Salary $73,000, Bachelor’s degree 15, Offshore experience 5, Onshore experience 5, PTE Superior English 20, NAATI 5, Skilled Partner 10, Age 30, State nomination 5 |
| ICT Security Specialist | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Salary $110,000, Superior English |
| Information & Organisation Professionals | 190 | Offshore | 95 | – |
| Marketing Specialist | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Age 25, 20 points for English, Education 20, Onshore experience 5, Offshore experience 5, NAATI 5, Single applicant 10, Salary $130,000 |
| Marketing Specialist | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Age 30, 20 points for English, Education 20, 10 points for onshore experience, Single applicant |
| Mechanical Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Salary $80,000, strong relevant experience |
| Quality Assurance Manager | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Skilled Partner 10, Superior English |
| Recruitment Consultant | 190 | Offshore | 90 | Age 30, 20 points for English, Education 15, State nomination 5, Experience 5, Skilled Partner 10, NAATI 5 |
| RN – Aged Care | 190 | Onshore | 90 | Superior English, 5 points for experience |
| RN – Aged Care | 190 | Onshore | 80 | – |
| RN – Community Care | 190 | Offshore | 90 | Proficient English, relevant experience |
| RN – Emergency | 190 | Onshore | 85 | 80 base points + 5 state nomination points |
| RN – Medical | 190 | Onshore | 85 | Superior English, casual employment (20 hrs/week) |
| Software Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 100 | Age 30, 20 points for English, Bachelor’s degree 15, State nomination 5, Experience 10, NAATI 5, Australian study 5, Partner points 10, Salary $110,000 |
| Software Engineer | 190 | Onshore | 95 | Single applicant, Superior English, Salary $120,000 |
| Systems Analyst | 190 | Onshore | 105 | 4 years skilled experience, Skilled Partner |
| Systems Administrator | 190 | Onshore | 105 | 4.5 years experience, Single applicant |
| University Lecturer | 190 | Onshore | 90 | Superior English, Salary $155,000 |
Note: This table is for informational purposes only and does not represent official Victorian invitation data.
Key Lessons from the 15 Jan 2026 VIC Round
Victoria’s skilled migration program continues to prioritise candidates with proven Australian work experience, Superior English proficiency, and competitive market salaries. To maximise your chances in upcoming invitation rounds, consider the following advice:
- Enhance English proficiency to a superior level for maximum points
- Secure relevant Australian employment before submitting Expressions of Interest (EOIs)
- Obtain NAATI credentials, where applicable, to gain additional points
- Optimise partner points strategically, whether claiming skilled partner status or single applicant points
- Target occupations that align with Victoria’s critical skill shortages and market demand
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